Driver Class 5 / Heavy Maintenance Operator

Higgins; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 38,572 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver employer contribution (4%)

Fuel discounts & monthly free pie/tea

Career development & upskilling

Job summary

Higgins is seeking an experienced Driver Class 5 / Heavy Maintenance Operator to join our Napier team. This role involves operating heavy trucks, plant, and machinery to support projects with safe and efficient material delivery.

You will work with a hardworking crew that prioritises safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship, with a permanent 40-hour week and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Class 5 licence with WTR endorsement is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class 5 trucks, plant, and machinery safely and efficiently.

Skills

Class 5 Licence

WTR Endorsement

Dangerous Goods

Site Safe Passport

Civil Construction Experience

Safety Conscious

Communication Skills

Job description

Description

We are looking for an experienced Driver Class 5 / Heavy Maintenance Operator to join our team in Napier. This role involves operating heavy trucks, plant, and machinery to support our projects and ensure materials and equipment are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You’ll be part of a hardworking crew that values safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate Class 5 trucks, plant, and machinery safely and efficiently
• Complete deliveries and project work to specification and industry best practice
• Follow job instructions, work plans, and company procedures
• Carry out daily pre start checks and report maintenance needs
• Maintain logbooks, paperwork, and service records
• Support the crew and contribute to a positive team culture
• Interact professionally with clients, subcontractors, and the public
• Assist with manual labour when required
• Ensure all plant and equipment is secure when not in use

What We’re Looking For

• Class 5 Licence and WTR endorsement (essential)
• Solid experience operating heavy trucks, plant, and machinery
• Prior experience transporting plant, product and asphalt will be ideal.
• Dangerous Goods endorsement (bonus)
• Background in civil construction or road maintenance
• Ability to follow instructions, plans, and schedules
• Good communication skills
• Commitment to safety and teamwork
• Site Safe Passport (or willingness to obtain)

What's On Offer

• 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
• Great benefits for you and your family to enjoy
• Z fuel discounts including a monthly free pie and coffee

Higgins is a leading roading and civil infrastructure company in New Zealand. We are on a dynamic growth path with people at the heart of what we do every day.

We’re with you on the road ahead - Ko tatou kei a koe i te huarahi kei mua

We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.