Class 4/5 Heavy Vehicle Driver – Tipping & Civil Projects

Tradestaff New Zealand; Hastings; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Varied civil and drainage projects

Established local contractor

Job summary

Tradestaff New Zealand is looking for an experienced Class 4 & 5 Driver to join an established civil and drainage contractor in Hastings. You'll be operating articulated trucks and semi-trailers, with previous tipping experience essential for this role.

Location: Hastings, Hawke’s Bay. Start date in October. Weekly pay at $30-36 per hour depending on experience, with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability across civil and drainage sites.

Qualifications

• Current NZ Class 4 and/or Class 5 Driver Licence.
• Proven experience operating heavy vehicles.
• Previous tipping experience is essential.
• Experience with articulated trucks or semi-trailers.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class 4 and Class 5 vehicles safely and professionally.
• Drive articulated trucks and semi-trailers on civil projects.
• Carry out tipping work safely and efficiently.
• Transport materials to and from civil and drainage sites.
• Complete vehicle and safety checks.
• Work with civil and drainage crews as required.
• Follow site and road Health & Safety requirements.

Skills

Heavy vehicle operation

Health & safety awareness

Reliable work ethic

Education

NZ Class 4/5 Driver Licence

Job description

Tradestaff New Zealand is looking for an experienced Class 4 & 5 Driver to join an established civil and drainage contractor in Hastings. You'll be operating articulated trucks and semi-trailers, with previous tipping experience essential for this role.

Location: Hastings, Hawke’s Bay. Start date in October. Weekly pay at $30-36 per hour depending on experience, with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability across civil and drainage sites.