Class 5 Linehaul Driver

Team Global Express; Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace

Job summary

Team Global Express NZ in Wellington is seeking a Class 5 Linehaul Driver to assist with timely and safe handling of freight for our key customer network. You will load and unload freight by hand or forklift, ensure no damage, scan every item, deliver and collect on time and in full, and participate in safety processes.

Applicants must hold a Clean NZ Class 5 license with Dangerous Goods endorsement; a forklift license with OSH cert is ideal. Applicants must be eligible to work in NZ now.

Qualifications

• Must hold NZ Class 5 license with Dangerous Goods endorsement.
• Forklift license with OSH certification ideal.
• Experience driving on New Zealand roads.
• Willingness to work public holidays and weekends if required.
• Safety-oriented with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight safely by hand or forklift.
• Ensure freight is not damaged and is scanned accurately.
• Deliver and pick up on time and in full.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and safety at all times.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Customer-focused

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

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Team Global Express – Wellington Central, North Island

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Team Global Express NZ delivers freight forwarding, end-to-end transport services, and comprehensive logistics solutions to customers operating in New Zealand from Kaitaia to Invercargill.

We're on the hunt for a Class 5 Linehaul Driver to join our Wellington branch to assist with collections and deliveries with one of our key customers.

Important to note:

You must be available to work Public Holidays if required and be flexible with weekend coverage if there are ferry disruptions to routes.

About the role - Mō te tūranga

This role will be responsible to assist with the timely safe handling of freight for the company to achieve their target delivery goals. Holding your Class 5 license with D&G is crucial to being able to fulfil this role successfully.

What you'll do:

Load and unload freight safely by hand, or with forklift when required.

Ensure freight is handled without damage.

Scan all freight. If you touch it, scan it.

Deliver and pickup on time and in full.

Actively participate in all safety processes and procedures

Always operate your vehicle in a safe and legal manner.

Take pride in your vehicle by always keeping it clean and tidy - inside and out.

What will you bring? – Ōu Pūkenga?

• Clean Full NZ Class 5 License - must have
• Dangerous Good Endorsement - must have
• Forklift License with OSH cert - ideal
• Customer-focused attitude
• Communication and teamwork skills
• Experience driving on New Zealand roads
• A place where we put our people first with priority to promote from within.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates different points of view.
• Career progression opportunities and long-term employment.
• Be part of a multinational business with opportunities across the Trans-Tasman
• A national commitment to attaining the highest standards in HSE through best practise.

To be considered, you must be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and Drug/Alcohol Testing. (Medical Assessment for safety critical roles)

Team Global Express is an Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace.

Applicants must be eligible to work in NZ effective immediately.

Please note we will only communicate with candidates via approved recruitment channels.