Class 5 Driver

T&G Global; Auckland; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

T&G Global is seeking a Class 5 Driver to join our Mt Wellington team in Auckland. This permanent role offers rostered day shifts and involves linehaul, metro and local runs delivering fresh produce.

You will operate vehicles, load and unload produce, and deliver strong customer service while prioritising safety. Applicants must hold a Class 5 licence with experience; F endorsement and OSH certification are advantageous, with health and safety a priority.

Qualifications

• Hold a Class 5 driver licence with proven experience.
• Reliable, punctual and rostered shift capable.
• Experience using forklifts to load and unload trucks.
• F endorsement and OSH awareness would be advantageous.
• Strong health and safety focus and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle operation on linehaul, metro, and local runs.
• Load and unload fresh produce safely.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Class 5 driving

Forklift experience

Customer service

OSH certification (advantage)

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

About us

For over 125 years, T&G Fresh has nourished generations of Kiwis with fresh fruit and vegetables. We grow, pack, market, sell, distribute, import and export fresh produce from our own orchards and farms, as well as from over 700 Kiwi growers.

Our mindsets are: Do the Mahi, Be Bold, One Team and Take Good Care. Our talented team members embody these mindsets and are passionate about making a difference at T&G.

About the opportunity

We are looking for a Class 5 Driver to join T&G in Mt Wellington, Auckland.

This is a permanent position that will work on a rostered basis, which will be predominantly day shift. The role includes linehaul, metro and local runs.

Your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Vehicle operation
• Loading and unloading fresh produce
• Customer service

About you

We want to talk with Class 5 Drivers who pride themselves on safe and reliable driving with a customer service focus:

• Class 5 driver licence & experience
• Reliable and punctual, able to work on a rostered basis
• Experience using forklifts to load and unload trucks
• 'F' endorsement and OSH certification would be an advantage
• A strong focus on Health & Safety, including road safety
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow processes
• Positive attitude and strong customer service focus

Please note, as part of our recruitment process you will be asked to complete both Health and Driving assessments which you must pass to be offered the role.

Proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand is required for all applicants, we are not able to sponsor visa applications for this position. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory drug test, medical check, driving assessment, and security check.

We want T&G to be a place where everyone is accepted, respected and celebrated for who they are – regardless of our similarities or differences. It’s essential that everyone can be themselves and thrive, and that together we create a diverse and vibrant workplace.