Driver - Class 2

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour week

Career path

Supportive team

Latest truck tech

Performance reviews

Job summary

WM New Zealand Limited is seeking a hands-on Driver to operate modern collection vehicles across the Taranaki region. You will perform daily inspections, collect recyclables and food waste, and ensure safety protocols are followed to protect yourself and the team.

This role emphasizes outdoor work in all weather, early starts, and strong aufitness with the latest vehicle technology onboard. A clean NZ Class 2 licence and driving experience are essential for a successful application.

Qualifications

• A clean and up to date Class 2 New Zealand driver’s licence.
• Relevant driving experience.
• Aware, responsible and skilled.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily vehicle inspections and safety checks.
• Collect and sort recyclable materials, including glass and food waste.
• Follow health and safety procedures to maintain a safe workplace.

Skills

Class 2 NZ licence

Driving experience

Safety minded

Job description

WM New Zealand Limited is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling, and waste management, provider. We’re committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment through sustainable management of our valuable resources. Put simply, sustainability is what we do.

Job Description

About the role

Join our team and play an important part in helping create a cleaner, more sustainable Taranaki. Every day, you'll contribute to reducing waste, increasing resource recovery, and supporting environmental outcomes that benefit future generations.

As a Driver, you will operate one of our modern collection vehicles, equipped with the latest technology, to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable collection services throughout the Taranaki region.

Key responsibilities include:

• Completing daily vehicle inspections and safety checks.
• Collecting and sorting recyclable materials, including glass and food waste.
• Following company health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

This is a physically demanding, hands-on role that involves lifting, collecting, and sorting materials. You will need a good level of fitness and be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, with early morning starts.

From previous experience, you’ll already know the importance of health and safety in the workplace, and contribute to our goal of making sure everyone gets home safely.

Qualifications

About you

You are customer-focused and enjoy interacting with customers and colleagues. You’re comfortable working independently and pulling together as part of the team.

• A clean and up to date Class 2 New Zealand driver’s licence
• Relevant driving experience
• Aware, responsible and skilled

Additional Information

What's in for me

• Guaranteed 40 hour week and job security
• Valid and rewarding career path
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Latest Technology on board trucks
• Competitive hourly rate with yearly performance reviews

Please note - we do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply early.

WM is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.

You must be in New Zealand and hold a current work visa/residency or NZ citizenship.