Courier Driver - Full-Time, Efficient Route Planner

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Courier Driver to support scheduled deliveries in Dunedin, Otago. The role covers loading, securing, and delivering parcels across the allocated run with a focus on timeliness and safety.

You will work full-time, primarily Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday duties and a guaranteed minimum weekly hours. Training will be provided, and a Class 1 licence (or NZ-convertible overseas licence) is required.

Qualifications

• General health and physical ability; pass a drug test.
• One year of driving/relevant experience preferred.
• Well organized and passionate for the job.
• Must have clean criminal history and be able to obtain DG endorsement.
• Class 1 licence required or equivalent overseas licence with NZ conversion; full training provided.
• Reliable and able to commit long-term.
• Able to work on weekends, public holidays, etc.

Responsibilities

• Sort freight at depot on time.
• Secure and arrange load for easy delivery.
• Deliver parcels on time.
• Comply with policies and regulations.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections.
• Drive safely and professionally.
• Maintain secure loads and timely deliveries.
• Conserve resources, including fuel.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Skills

General health

Driving experience

Organization

Reliable and long-term

Weekend work

Safety awareness

Good communication

Education

Class 1 driving license

Dangerous Goods endorsement (preferred)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Courier Driver to support scheduled deliveries in Dunedin, Otago. The role covers loading, securing, and delivering parcels across the allocated run with a focus on timeliness and safety.

You will work full-time, primarily Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday duties and a guaranteed minimum weekly hours. Training will be provided, and a Class 1 licence (or NZ-convertible overseas licence) is required.