Driver Class 5

AWF Limited; Southland; On-site; NZD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Weekly pay

Leave entitlements (Annual/Sick/Public

KiwiSaver

Consistent hours and ongoing work

PPE provided

Training and development

Potential for permanent employment

Job summary

AWF Limited is seeking experienced Class 5 Truck Drivers for opportunities across the transport sector in New Zealand's Southland region. If you're safety-conscious, reliable, and take pride in your work, we'd love to hear from you.

You'll operate Class 5 vehicles, perform inspections, load and secure freight, and liaise with dispatch and customers to meet delivery schedules. A current NZ Class 5 licence and strong safety mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Current NZ Class 5 Driver Licence.
• Proven heavy vehicle driving experience.
• Knowledge of NZ transport regulations.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Ability to pass pre-employment checks.
• Reliable and professional attitude.
• Forklift or WTR endorsements are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operating Class 5 vehicles safely and efficiently
• Completing vehicle inspections and logbooks
• Loading and securing freight where required
• Following transport regulations and safety procedures
• Communicating with dispatch, customers, and site teams
• Meeting delivery schedules and maintaining professional standards

Skills

NZ Class 5 Licence

Heavy vehicle driving

NZ transport regulations

Time management

Health & safety

Pre-employment checks

Professional attitude

Endorsements (Forklift/WTR)

Job description

Hit the Road with a Career That Moves You Forward

We're seeking experienced Class 5 Truck Drivers for a range of opportunities across the transport sector. If you're safety-conscious, reliable, and take pride in your work, we'd love to hear from you.

Roles Available

We want to hear from drivers with experience in:

• General Freight
• Linehaul Transport
• Bulk Cartage
• Tipper Truck Operations
• Civil Construction Haulage
• Container Transport

What You'll Be Doing

• Operating Class 5 vehicles safely and efficiently
• Completing vehicle inspections and logbooks
• Loading and securing freight where required
• Following transport regulations and safety procedures
• Communicating with dispatch, customers, and site teams
• Meeting delivery schedules and maintaining professional standards

What You Need

• Current NZ Class 5 Driver Licence
• Proven heavy vehicle driving experience
• Knowledge of NZ transport regulations
• Good communication and time management skills
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Ability to pass pre-employment checks
• Reliable and professional attitude
• Forklift or WTR endorsements are advantageous

What's in It for You

• Competitive hourly rates
• Reliable weekly pay
• Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Public Holiday Entitlements, and KiwiSaver
• Consistent hours and ongoing work opportunities
• PPE provided where required
• Ongoing training and development
• Potential for permanent employment

Please Note

• Applicants must have the current right to work in New Zealand. Unfortunately, we're unable to sponsor or qualify work visas through these roles.
• As per our standard procedures, all candidates must pass a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol screening test.
• Ministry of Justice criminal background checks are part of our standard process. Please speak with our team if you need to discuss your application process further.