Driver - Class 2

Waste Management Pte Ltd; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 hour week guaranteed

Career progression path

Supportive team environment

Latest truck technology

Competitive hourly rate

Drug and alcohol-free workplace

Job summary

WM New Zealand Limited, operating in the Taranaki region, seeks a driven Driver to operate modern collection vehicles and ensure safe, efficient service. The role involves early starts, outdoor work in all weather, and a focus on health and safety while serving customers across New Plymouth and surroundings.

You will be responsible for vehicle checks, material collection and sorting, and adhering to company safety procedures to protect yourself and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Must hold a clean and up-to-date Class 2 NZ driver’s licence.
• Relevant driving experience in collection/logistics is preferred.
• Be aware, responsible and skilled with safety as a priority.

Responsibilities

• Perform 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 working environment.

Skills

Customer service

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Job description

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.

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

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.