Driver: Class 5

Higgins; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver employer contribution up to

Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hrs

Competitive hourly rate

Upskill and gain licenses

Retail discounts for you and family

Fuel discounts with monthly pie and CO

Job summary

Higgins is seeking experienced Class 5 Drivers to transport materials, plant and equipment across civil construction and roading sites in New Zealand. You will perform safety checks, complete deliveries, and collaborate with crews to keep operations running smoothly.

Ideal candidates hold a full Class 5 licence with experience in heavy vehicles, load security and transport regulations. A manual Roadranger gearbox experience is essential; independence and reliable time management are valued in

Qualifications

• Full, clean Class 5 driver licence.
• Experience driving heavy vehicles in civil construction, infrastructure or transport.
• Experience transporting plant, materials or heavy loads.
• Experience operating a manual Roadranger gearbox (essential).
• Good knowledge of transport legislation, load security and road safety requirements.
• Able to work independently while contributing to a crew.
• Clear communication, practical problem-solving skills and dependable time management.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class 5 vehicles safely across varied sites and conditions.
• Transport, load, secure and unload plant, materials and heavy equipment.
• Complete deliveries and pickups accurately and on schedule.
• Carry out pre-start checks and basic preventative maintenance.
• Maintain logbooks, load records, inspections and other compliance documents.
• Identify hazards, report faults and stop work if conditions are unsafe.

Skills

Class 5 licence

Experience heavy vehicles

Road safety knowledge

Independent worker

Job description

Description

We’re looking for experienced Class 5 Drivers to transport materials, plant and equipment across a range of civil construction and roading sites. You’ll keep deliveries running smoothly, complete the required checks and records, and work alongside crews across different operations.

• Operate Class 5 vehicles safely across varied sites and conditions
• Transport, load, secure and unload plant, materials and heavy equipment
• Complete deliveries and pickups accurately and on schedule
• Carry out pre-start checks and basic preventative maintenance
• Maintain logbooks, load records, inspections and other compliance documents
• Identify hazards, report faults and stop work if conditions are unsafe

About You

• A full, clean Class 5 driver licence
• Experience driving heavy vehicles in civil construction, infrastructure or transport
• Experience transporting plant, materials or heavy loads
• Experience operating a manual Roadranger gearbox (essential)
• Good knowledge of transport legislation, load security and road safety requirements
• Able to work independently while contributing to a crew
• Clear communication, practical problem-solving skills and dependable time management

WTR, Dangerous Goods, Site Safe, ConstructSafe or spill response training would be useful, but these are not essential for every role.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly rate
• Permanent role with guaranteed 40 hours per week
• KiwiSaver employer contribution matched up to 4%
• Opportunity to upskill and gain further licenses
• Retail discounts for you and your family to enjoy
• Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee

Higgins is a leading construction and infrastructure company, proudly building and maintaining roads, bridges, and civil projects that connect communities across New Zealand. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, we deliver projects that make a real difference. At Higgins, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and career growth because we believe our people are the foundation of our success.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, as well as a medical assessment. You’ll need to be fit for work.

We’re with you on the road ahead

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