Class 5 Truck Driver - Putaruru

Big Chill Distribution; Waikato; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Chill Distribution in Putaruru is seeking a dedicated Class 5 Driver for a permanent full-time role. The position focuses on delivery and pickup of chilled and frozen products from the Putaruru branch, with a strong emphasis on temperature control and safety.

Ideal candidates will have at least 6 months of Class 5 experience, forklift certification, and a commitment to exceptional customer service. The role runs Monday to Friday with shifts starting at 5pm.

Qualifications

• Class 5 driver with at least 6 months' experience.
• Experience in temperature-controlled transport (chilled/frozen goods).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage time and adhere to delivery schedules.

Responsibilities

• Delivery and pick up of chilled and frozen products.
• Assist Stores team to present product for loading/unloading.
• Collaborate with dispatchers to ensure timely deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with delivery times and temperature control.

Skills

Class 5 Driver

Temp-controlled transport

Customer service

Tools

Forklift

Temperature control equipment

Job description

Requisition ID17093-Posted24/09/2026-Big Chill Distribution-Drivers-Putararu Branch-Putaruru-Permanent Full Time-Transportation, Couriers, Drivers, Longhaul-New Zealand-Waikato-South Waikato

We are looking for anexperienced Class 5 Driverbased to join our team. Ideally you will have at least 6 months' experience driving Class 5 as well as experience in temperature-controlled transport, as you will be working with chilled and frozen goods. Being the face of Big Chill out on the roads, you will also bring to our team excellent communication and customer service skills.

This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday starting at 5pm based in our Putaruru Branch.

Key responsibilities include

Delivery and pick up of chilled and frozen products

Providing assistance to the Stores team to present product for loading/unloading

Collaborating with dispatchers to ensure timely deliveries

Compliance in delivery times and temperature control of customer goods

About You

Qualified Class 5 driver with at least 6 months' experience

• OSH Forklift Operator certified with experience operating a forklift

Experience working in frozen/temperature-controlled environments

Demonstrable organisational and time management abilities

Committed to delivering exceptional customer service at all times

Strong understanding of Health, Safety and Compliance.

What can Big Chill offer you?

• Well-maintained, top-of-the-line vehicles equipped with the latest technology for your safety

A supportive team whouplift one another and strive for success

A business with over 25 years of industry experience -the opportunity to learn is endless

Our Values

At Big Chill, our core values are the foundation of everything we do.We are committed to Family and Team, Encouragement, Accountability and Honesty, Image and Brand, and Respect. We support each other to work safely together, empower and encourage people to be their best, take accountability for our actions, are dedicated to exhibiting a positive image, and we have respect for one another.

The successful candidate will be required to pass a drug test and satisfactory MOJ criminal check and ACC check prior to commencement.