Class 4 / 5 Truck Driving Labourer

Canstaff

Timaru

On-site

NZD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

NZ-owned company
Varied work
Supportive team
Competitive pay

Job summary

Canstaff is seeking an experienced Class 4/5 Truck Driver to join our well-established NZ-owned client in South Canterbury. This hands-on role involves transporting materials and structural components to sites and helping on site when needed.

You will operate Class 4/5 trucks, load and secure irregular loads, and uphold high health and safety standards while working with a supportive team in varied, non-repetitive work. Competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

  • Full Class 4 or 5 licence.
  • Proven experience loading and securing a wide range of loads.
  • Confidence handling unusual or oversized items.
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to get stuck in on site.
  • Good problem-solving skills and a practical mindset.
  • Reliability and a team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate Class 4/5 trucks
  • Load, secure, and transport a variety of materials, including irregular/odd-shaped structures
  • Ensure loads are safely restrained and compliant
  • Assist on site with general tasks when required
  • Maintain high standards of health & safety

Skills

Class 4/5 Licence
Load securing experience
Problem-solving
Team player
Reliability
On-site adaptability

Job description

We're on the lookout for an experienced Class 4 / 5 Truck Driver to join a well-established, New Zealand-owned company based in South Canterbury.

About the role:

This is a hands‑on role where no two days are the same, perfect for someone who enjoys variety and being part of a hardworking team. You'll be responsible for transporting a range of materials and structural components to sites, with plenty of variety in your day‑to‑day work. This isn't just driving you'll also be expected to jump in and help out on site when needed.

Key responsibilities:
  • Safely operate Class 4/5 trucks
  • Load, secure, and transport a variety of materials, including irregular/odd‑shaped structures
  • Ensure loads are safely restrained and compliant
  • Assist on site with general tasks when required
  • Maintain high standards of health & safety
What we're looking for:
  • Full Class 4 or 5 licence
  • Proven experience loading and securing a wide range of loads
  • Confidence handling unusual or oversized items
  • A strong work ethic and willingness to get stuck in on site
  • Good problem‑solving skills and a practical mindset
  • Reliability and a team‑first attitude
What's on offer:
  • Work with a reputable NZ‑owned company
  • Varied, interesting work – no repetitive runs
  • Supportive team environment
  • Competitive pay based on experience

If you're a skilled driver who's not afraid to get your hands dirty and enjoys a bit of variety, we'd love to hear from you.

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