Class 5 Driver (Day)

T&G Global Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

T&G Fresh in Christchurch is seeking a Class 5 Driver/Loader to join our Transport team. You will operate vehicles, load and unload fresh produce, and provide frontline customer service on local runs.

The role is permanent day shift, Saturday to Wednesday, with on-the-job training and a strong focus on Health & Safety. A Class 5 licence and forklift experience are essential; an F endorsement is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Class 5 driver licence and driving experience required.
• Customer service focus and reliable, punctual.
• Experience using forklifts to load and unload trucks.
• F endorsement and OSH certification an advantage.
• Health & safety focus is essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Class 5 driver licence

Customer service

Reliable and punctual

F endorsement (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're looking for a Class 5 Driver/Loader to join our Transport team based in Christchurch.

This is a permanent position day shift position working Saturday-Wednesdays and no overnights. The role will include loading, unloading and metro/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

• Positive attitude and strong customer service focus

• Reliable and punctual

• Experience using forklifts to load and unload trucks

• 'F' endorsement and OSH certified would be an advantage

• A strong focus on Health & Safety including road safety

competitive hourly rate

on-the-job training

Please note, as part of our recruitment process you will be asked to complete bothHealth and Driving assessments whichyou 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.A nyoffer 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.