Class 5 Truck Driver – Rural Hauls & Crane Ops (Permanent)

New Zealand Government; Southland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gore CMC Contracting Limited is seeking a Class 5 Truck Driver for rural and machinery cartage in Southland, based at Pukerau. You’ll move hay, baleage, bulk loads and equipment, with a practical, safety‑minded approach.

You’ll operate on rural roads and farm tracks, use a truck‑mounted crane, and may do digger work. Some overnight stays away from home may be required, with training provided on our systems.

Qualifications

• Licence: Class 5 and at least two years' heavy truck experience.
• Practical rural driving skills and farm access judgement.
• Safe, careful loading and equipment care.
• Reliable, communicates clearly, organised daily work.
• Willing to use a tablet for work records (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Drive on rural roads, farm tracks and yards.
• Operate truck-mounted crane to load bags.
• Occasional digger work if desired.
• Overnight stays away from home may be required.

Skills

Class 5 Truck

Rural Driving

Load Handling

Job description

Gore CMC Contracting Limited is seeking a Class 5 Truck Driver for rural and machinery cartage in Southland, based at Pukerau. You’ll move hay, baleage, bulk loads and equipment, with a practical, safety‑minded approach.

You’ll operate on rural roads and farm tracks, use a truck‑mounted crane, and may do digger work. Some overnight stays away from home may be required, with training provided on our systems.