Driver Class 5

Wm-4dc9421; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time role (Mon-Fri)

Full training provided on site

Opportunities to learn new skills and

Grow your career

Great team culture where safety comes

Job summary

WM New Zealand is seeking a Class 5 Driver to join the Christchurch (Bromley) team. In this hands-on role, you will operate the vehicle and on-board equipment to ensure safe, timely collection of our services, while prioritising customer focus.

The role requires a clean NZ Class 5 license, experience in related hands-on work, and a strong commitment to health and safety. You will contribute to a supportive team culture and a workplace that values safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• NZ Class 5 driver's license required.
• Experience in transport, waste, or similar hands-on work.
• Physically fit for indoor/outdoor work.
• Willingness to undertake out-of-town travel.
• Customer-focused with strong people skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicle and equipment for timely service collection.
• Uphold health and safety standards at all times.
• Provide reliable service to customers and support teams.

Skills

Class 5 License

Customer service

Health and safety awareness

Time management

Team player

Job description

Let's take care of work that matters - people, place and purpose. From roads to recycling to reporting, everyone at WM New Zealand (WM) helps take care of our people, protect our whenua and support our communities.

We're more than waste management - we're problem solvers, innovators, and hands-on doers. Every one of us, whether behind the wheel, on the tools, or shaping strategy behind the scenes, is helping build a better Aotearoa.
We all pull together on this waka and if you want work that matters, with people who've got your back, you're in the right place.

Job Description

About the role

We're looking for a Class 5 Driver to join our team in Christchurch (Bromley). In this hands-on role, you are responsible for operating a vehicle and equipment on board to ensure a safe and timely collection of our service.You need to be customer focused and enjoy interacting with various people.

You'll already know the importance of health and safety in the workplace, and you'll champion our culture of making sure everyone gets home safely.

• A clean and up-to-date New Zealand Class 5 driver's license.
• Experience in transport, waste, industrial services, or a similar hands-on role.
• Physically fit and comfortable working both indoors and outdoors.
• Flexibility to undertakeout-of-town travel as part of the role.
• Good people skills and a customer-first attitude.
• Reliable, practical, and happy to pitch in where needed.
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to plan routes and meet delivery schedules efficiently.

Qualifications

What's in it for you?

• Permanent full time role (Monday-Friday) with a market leader.
• Full training provided on site.
• Opportunities to learn new skills and grow your career.
• Great team culture where safety comes first.
• Work that makes a real difference for customers and the environment.

This role could be for you if you're:

• Ready to step into a more specialised driving role
• Looking for more than just point A to B driving
• Safety-focused, reliable, and take pride in doing a good job
• Keen to be part of a team that supports each other and has your back

We'll be reviewing applications as they come in, so don't wait to apply.

WM New Zealand is an equal opportunity employer and a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

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