Class 5 Truck Driver

Working In; Kerikeri; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is hiring a Class 5 Asphalt Truck Driver to operate a modern fleet in New Zealand. The role runs Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work; a guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week is provided. Pre-employment medical, drug testing, and background checks are required.

Citizenship or residency in New Zealand is necessary. Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, safe loading on various roads, reporting hazards, maintaining vehicles, and radio communications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years truck driver experience.
• Clean Class 5 Licence.
• Physically fit and safety-conscious.
• Reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Conducting pre-trip inspections on heavy vehicles.
• Safe loading and operating of trucks on sealed and unsealed roads.
• Reporting hazards, incidents, and maintenance requirements in a timely manner.
• Maintain equipment and vehicle upkeep.
• Communicate effectively over radio.

Skills

Truck driving experience

Pre-trip inspections

Hazard reporting

Radio communication

Education

Clean Class 5 Licence

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Join our team as a Class 5 Asphalt Truck Driver, operating a modern fleet.

• Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work as required
• Guaranteed minimum: 40 hours per week

Specific Responsibilities

• Conducting pre-trip inspections on heavy vehicles.
• Safe loading and operating of trucks on sealed and unsealed roads.
• Reporting of hazards, incidents, and maintenance requirements in a timely manner.
• Maintain equipment and vehicle upkeep.
• Communicate effectively over radio.

Key attributes required:

• A minimum of 2 years truck driver experience
• Clean Class 5 Licence.
• Physically fit and safety-conscious.
• Reliable and punctual.

You must pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and be a citizen or resident of New Zealand. You will also need to pass a pre-employment ACC & MOJ Criminal History Check.