Despatch - Driver - AUCK

Viridian Glass Pty Ltd; Howick; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Viridian Glass Pty Ltd seeks two Class 4–5 drivers for our Highbrook site. You will deliver products safely, plan efficient routes, load and unload cargo, complete delivery docs and coordinate with dispatchers to keep deliveries smooth and on time.

Join a team that values safety, precision and customer service, with shifts across early and late rosters and opportunities to develop in a busy transport operation.

Qualifications

• Class 4 licence with at least 2 years’ driving experience.
• Experience in FMCG/logistics and route optimisation.
• Detail-oriented with accurate logbooks and paperwork.
• Strong communication with dispatchers, customers and team.
• Load handling and load planning experience.
• Forklift and overhead crane licences are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Safely and timely transportation of products to customers.
• Route planning and navigation using GPS or other tools.
• Vehicle maintenance and routine inspections.
• Loading and unloading with proper restraint.
• Maintain delivery documentation and proof of delivery.
• Interact with customers at delivery locations.
• Follow traffic laws, weight limits and hours of service.
• Support office duties and coordination with dispatchers.

Skills

Class 4 licence

Class 5 licence

Commercial driving

Route optimisation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Load handling

Customer service

Forklift licence

Overhead crane licence

Physically fit

Job description

Viridian Glass Pty Ltd – East Tamaki, North Island

At Viridian, we are part of the whole glass process. From manufacturing the material through to installing and watching our glass come to life. Which is why our love of glass flows through everything we do.

Today, we are one of the largest glass suppliers and manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand. We have built our business around celebrating glass with passion. Why? Because we know that natural light creates healthier, happier and more connected spaces. This excites and inspires us, and we want to share it with the world.

We believe commitment to safety and excellence is fundamental. We achieve success through innovation, technology and dedication to our customers.

The opportunity!

We currently have two Class 4–5 Driver opportunities available at our Highbrook site. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the safe, careful and efficient delivery of our products to valued customers. You’ll also assist with loading and unloading cargo, completing delivery documentation, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure deliveries run smoothly and efficiently.

This is a varied roster, with shifts operating across 6:00am–2:30pm and 2:00am–1:00pm.

What you're there to do:

• Safe and Timely Transportation: Ensuring goods are transported safely and on schedule
• Route Planning and Navigation: Planning and following efficient routes, often using GPS or other navigation tools
• Vehicle Maintenance: Performing routine vehicle inspections and maintenance to ensure the vehicle is in good working order
• Loading and Unloading: Loading and unloading cargo, ensuring the load is secure and properly distributed
• Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of deliveries, including logbooks, manifests, and proof of delivery
• Customer Interaction: Interacting with customers at delivery locations, providing excellent customer service
• Adherence to Regulations: Following all applicable traffic laws and regulations for transport, including weight, safety, and hours of service
• Logistics Duties: May include managing supplies and office assets, overseeing office grounds, providing support for meetings, mail delivery, and other related duties
• Collaboration: Collaborating with dispatchers and other team members to manage delivery schedules and routes.

Skills & experience you'll bring:

• Class 4 license (minimum 2 years’ experience). Class 5 is advantageous
• Significant commercial driving experience - preferably using multi transport platforms in a FCMG or Logistics environment along with an understanding of route optimisation
• Attention to Detail -Meticulous in updating logbooks, planning routes, and ensuring accurate paperwork.
• Strong communication skills. The ability to communicate effectively with dispatchers, customers and other team members
• Strong load handling/loading/unloading/load planning experience - preferably with high end and/or fragile products including a strong understanding of pack/load restraint practices
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as loading and unloading cargo
• Exceptional customer service skills. The ability to provide excellent customer service and handle customer inquiries professionally
• Forkhoist & Hiab Licence is beneficial
• Overhead crane licence is desirable

‘What's in it for you?

• Competitive wages - we pay for experience!
• A supportive team environment!

Viridian has a strong commitment to workplace, health and safety and the well-being of our people. Successful candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical