Engaging Primary & Intermediate Teacher (Fixed-Term)

Rotokawa School; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Foods in Tauranga is hiring a Class 2 Delivery Driver to serve customers across Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty. The role emphasizes safe driving, timely deliveries, and professional service on a physically active route.

Applicants should hold a NZ Class 2 licence with manual driving experience, possess strong communication skills, and be reliable and flexible. Pre-employment checks apply, with opportunities to join a dedicated team in a fast-growing company.

Qualifications

• Full NZ Class 2 driver licence and confidence driving manual vehicles.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of Tauranga and Bay of Plenty is preferred.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Reliable, flexible, and detail-focused with a team mindset.
• Clean driving and criminal records.
• Previous NZ driving and delivery experience.
• Basic knowledge of food products and ingredients.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 2 delivery trucks to transport goods.
• Load and unload products and transport securely.
• Deliver customer orders accurately and on time.
• Maintain delivery records and documentation.
• Provide excellent customer service and represent the Service Foods brand.
• Comply with road safety, transport, and traffic regulations.
• Report vehicle faults and refuel/maintain vehicles as needed.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks (oil, coolant, tyres, WOF).
• Wash/clean vehicles as required.
• Assist with picking and packing orders when required.

Skills

Delivery driving

Customer service

Time management

Safe driving practices

Communication

Job description

At Service Foods, we're committed to delivering fresh, high-quality, and sustainable food products to customers across Aotearoa New Zealand.

As our business continues to grow, we're looking for a dedicated Class 2 Delivery Driver to join our Tauranga branch, based in Tauriko.

In this role, you'll play a vital part in ensuring our customers receive their orders on time, in excellent condition, and with outstanding service. If you enjoy being on the road, take pride in your work, and value building positive relationships (whanaungatanga) with customers and your wider kapa (team), we'd love to hear from you.

Position Snapshot

• Immediate start
• Permanent, full-time position
• Days of work: Monday to Saturday
• Rostered hours between 5:00 am and 3:00 pm (finish time may vary)

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering a wide range of food products to customers throughout Tauranga and Te Moana-a-Toi (Bay of Plenty) while maintaining the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and customer service.

This is a safety-sensitive role requiring a strong commitment to safe driving practices, health and safety procedures, and professional behaviour at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class 2 delivery trucks to transport goods
• Load and unload products, ensuring they are handled and transported securely
• Deliver customer orders accurately and on time
• Maintain delivery records and documentation
• Provide excellent customer service and represent the Service Foods brand professionally
• Comply with all road safety, transport, and traffic regulations
• Report vehicle faults or maintenance issues promptly and refuel vehicles as needed
• Conduct daily vehicle checks, including oil and coolant levels, WOF, tyres, and general roadworthiness
• Wash and clean vehicles as required
• Assist with picking and packing orders when required

What We're Looking For

• A full New Zealand Class 2 Driver Licence and confidence driving manual vehicles
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Knowledge of Tauranga and Bay of Plenty (preferred)
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• A reliable, flexible, and detail-focused approach to work
• A clean driving record and clean criminal record
• Previous New Zealand driving and delivery experience
• Basic knowledge of food products and ingredients
• Strong organisational and time management skillsA positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
• Reliable transport for your daily commute

Physical Requirements

This is a physically active role involving regular lifting of up to 20 kgs, loading and unloading deliveries, repetitive movements such as bending, reaching, and twisting, and extended periods of driving, standing, walking, and manual handling. Applicants should be comfortable with the physical nature of the role and able to safely perform its inherent requirements.

Applicants must have New Zealand citizenship, residency, or a valid New Zealand work visa.

Pre-Employment Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete satisfactory pre-employment checks, including:

Employment reference checks

• Government agency verifications (Ministry of Justice and ACC)
• Alcohol and drug testing conducted by an accredited New Zealand workplace substance testing provider

Join Service Foods and become part of a team dedicated to quality, safety, and outstanding customer service.