Class 5 Line Haul Drivers

Movd Logistics Limited; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowance

Accommodation provided

Modern fleet

Job summary

MOVD is expanding its nationwide operation and seeks experienced Class 5 Line Haul Drivers to join the Tauranga team. Excellent wages for the right candidates, with 4 days on/4 days off or full-time roster options and daily meal allowance while travelling.

We provide modern, well-maintained trucks and equipment, accommodation when required, and ongoing support from an experienced transport team. Nationwide travel throughout New Zealand is available.

Qualifications

• Hold a current NZ Class 5 Driver Licence.
• Have proven heavy vehicle and line haul experience.
• Be confident operating large truck and trailer combinations.
• Understand load restraint and heavy transport safety.
• Understand NZ driving-hour and logbook requirements.
• Be comfortable travelling nationwide and spending nights away.
• Be capable of working independently.
• Be reliable, punctual and communicate well.
• Take pride in keeping your truck and equipment clean and presentable.
• Have a professional attitude when dealing with customers.
• Be physically capable of performing the requirements of the role.
• Put safety ahead of rushing the job.
• Experience operating vehicle transporters, car carriers or specialist transport equipment would be a major advantage.
• However, if you’re an experienced Class 5 line haul driver with the right attitude and are willing to learn specialist vehicle transport, we still want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Long-distance Class 5 driving across New Zealand.
• Loading and unloading where required.
• Completing pre-start and daily vehicle inspections.
• Securing and checking loads.
• Ensuring vehicles and equipment remain safe and compliant.
• Completing driving-hour and logbook records.
• Communicating with dispatch and operations.
• Delivering freight safely and on schedule.
• Reporting defects or maintenance requirements immediately.
• Maintaining your allocated truck and equipment to a high standard.

Skills

NZ Class 5 Licence

Line haul experience

Heavy vehicle operation

Load restraint

Driving hours knowledge

Independent work

Professional communication

Job description

Job Description

Join the MOVD Team

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty | Full time | Permanent

Approximate pay: $35-40 per hour

Company benefits: Great equipment, great pay and meal allowance.

MOVD is a growing New Zealand transport and logistics company, and we’re looking for experienced Class 5 Line Haul Drivers to join our expanding nationwide operation.

We’re looking for professional drivers who take pride in their work, respect their equipment and want to be part of a transport company that is building for the long term.

Roster Options

• 4 days on / 4 days off roster
• Full-time positions
• Nationwide line haul work
• Regular and consistent runs

If you prefer a structured roster with quality time at home, our 4-on/4-off option provides an excellent balance. If you’re looking for maximum hours and a permanent full-time position, we also want to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Excellent wages for the right candidates
• 4 days on / 4 days off and full-time roster options
• Daily meal allowance while travelling
• Accommodation provided when required
• Modern, well-maintained trucks and equipment
• Nationwide travel throughout New Zealand
• Consistent work and forward bookings
• Support from an experienced transport and operations team
• Opportunities to progress as MOVD continues to expand
• A straightforward, professional and team-focused working environment

About the Role

As a Class 5 Line Haul Driver with MOVD, you’ll operate heavy vehicle combinations across our nationwide transport network.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Long-distance Class 5 driving throughout New Zealand
• Loading and unloading where required
• Completing pre-start and daily vehicle inspections
• Correctly securing and checking loads
• Ensuring vehicles and equipment remain safe and compliant
• Completing required driving-hour and logbook records
• Communicating with dispatch and operations
• Delivering freight safely, professionally and on schedule
• Reporting defects, damage or maintenance requirements immediately
• Maintaining your allocated truck and equipment to a high standard

Our drivers represent MOVD on the road. You’ll regularly interact with customers, businesses, dealerships and other transport operators, so professionalism and good communication are essential.

What We’re Looking For

• Hold a current NZ Class 5 Driver Licence
• Have proven heavy vehicle and line haul experience
• Be confident operating large truck and trailer combinations
• Understand load restraint and heavy transport safety
• Understand NZ driving-hour and logbook requirements
• Be comfortable travelling nationwide and spending nights away
• Be capable of working independently
• Be reliable, punctual and communicate well
• Take pride in keeping your truck and equipment clean and presentable
• Have a professional attitude when dealing with customers
• Be physically capable of performing the requirements of the role
• Put safety ahead of rushing the job
• Experience operating vehicle transporters, car carriers or specialist transport equipment would be a major advantage.
• However, if you’re an experienced Class 5 line haul driver with the right attitude and are willing to learn specialist vehicle transport, we still want to hear from you.

Quality Gear. Professional Drivers.

MOVD is continuing to invest in its fleet as the business expands.

We believe good drivers should be given good equipment, and in return we expect our drivers to respect the gear, complete proper checks and look after their allocated truck and equipment as though it were their own.

Safety Comes First

Safety is non-negotiable at MOVD.

Every driver is responsible for ensuring their vehicle, trailer, equipment and load are safe and compliant before leaving.

If something isn’t safe, we expect you to speak up.

No delivery or deadline comes before the safety of our drivers, other road users, our customers or their property.

Interested?

If you’re an experienced Class 5 driver looking for a solid opportunity with a growing New Zealand transport company, we’d like to hear from you.