Class 5 Driver

Trojan Holdings; New Zealand; Remote; NZD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Base Contracting is seeking an experienced Class 5 Truck Driver to join our civil operations in the Wakatipu Basin and Central Otago. You will operate a tractor unit with transporter and tipulator trailers, safely moving excavators, plant and materials between worksites while upholding load security and safety standards.

This hands-on role requires confidence in manoeuvring, reversing and coordinating with site teams.

Qualifications

• Full, current New Zealand Class 5 driver's licence.
• Experience operating a tractor unit with transporter and/or tipulator trailers.
• Confident with reversing, jack-knifing, spreading and manoeuvring.
• 4–5 years in earthworks, civil construction or heavy transport preferred.
• WTR endorsements preferred.
• Strong knowledge of load security and safe operating practices.
• Commitment to health and safety and following procedures.
• Excellent communication and time management.
• Reliable, positive attitude and team player.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Class 5 tractor unit with transporter and tipulator trailers to move plant, machinery and materials between worksites.
• Safely load, unload, transport and secure excavators, machinery and other equipment.
• Carry out truck and trailer operations, including spreading, reversing, jack-knifing and manoeuvring in varying site conditions.
• Coordinate machinery and material movements with site teams and management to meet operational requirements.
• Complete daily vehicle inspections and all required transport documentation.
• Maintain the truck, trailers and associated equipment to a high standard, reporting maintenance requirements or defects.
• Follow all road transport, load security and company health and safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively with site crews and management to ensure efficient daily operations.

Skills

Class 5 Truck Driver

Trailer operation

Load security

Safety-conscious

Team player

Job description

Base Contracting is a locally owned civil contracting company specialising in earthworks and reticulated services across the Wakatipu Basin and Central Otago.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Class 5 Truck Driver to join our team, operating a tractor unit with transporter and tipulator trailers. You will play an important role in supporting our busy civil construction operations, safely and efficiently transporting excavators, plant, machinery and materials between worksites.

This is a hands-on driving role requiring confidence and experience operating truck and trailer combinations, including manoeuvring, reversing, jack-knifing and spreading. If you take pride in your driving ability, equipment care and getting the job done safely, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a Class 5 tractor unit with transporter and tipulator trailers to move plant, machinery and materials between worksites.
• Safely load, unload, transport and secure excavators, machinery and other equipment.
• Carry out truck and trailer operations, including spreading, reversing, jack-knifing and manoeuvring in varying site conditions.
• Coordinate machinery and material movements with site teams and management to meet operational requirements.
• Complete daily vehicle inspections and all required transport documentation.
• Maintain the truck, trailers and associated equipment to a high standard, reporting maintenance requirements or defects.
• Follow all road transport, load security and company health and safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively with site crews and management to ensure efficient daily operations.

About You

• Full, current New Zealand Class 5 driver's licence.
• Proven experience operating a tractor unit with transporter and/or tipulator trailers.
• Confident with truck and trailer reversing, jack-knifing, spreading and manoeuvring.
• Ideally 4-5 years' experience in earthworks, civil construction or heavy transport, although training may be available for the right applicant.
• WTR endorsements preferred.
• Strong understanding of load security, machinery transportation and safe operating practices.
• A high regard for health and safety and the ability to follow safe work procedures.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• A positive attitude, reliability and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Pride in maintaining and looking after vehicles and equipment.

Further Information

If you are an experienced Class 5 tractor unit operator with transporter and tipulator experience and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Applicants must have New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work visa. The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening.