Driver - Class 2

Waste Management; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour week

Career path

Team environment

On-board technology

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

WM New Zealand Limited in Taranaki is seeking a Driver to operate our modern collection vehicles and support sustainable waste management across the region. You will perform daily inspections, collect and sort recyclables, and follow safety procedures, with early starts and outdoor work in all weather.

A clean Class 2 NZ licence and practical driving experience are essential, plus a strong work ethic and team spirit.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Driving experience

Customer focus

Independent worker

Tools

On-board vehicle tech

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

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.