Hiab Driver

Carters; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Carters New Plymouth Manufacturing is seeking a reliable Hiab Driver to deliver timber and building products across the New Plymouth region, upholding safety and quality service.

You will load and deliver orders, operate Hiab crane, maintain customer relationships, and support yard staff, with a focus on on-time delivery and working within NZ regulations. An NZ driver’s licence and Hiab experience are required.

Qualifications

• Hiab licence and experience.
• Forklift F Endorsed licence with OSH certificate.
• Valid full Class 1 NZ driver’s licence.
• Solid understanding of load restraint and NZ load securing requirements.
• Experience navigating tight residential construction sites with overhead hazards and soft ground.
• Team-focused attitude with strong communication and rapport with customers.
• Ability to work to tight delivery schedules.
• Physically fit with a safety-conscious approach to manual handling.
• Strong safety awareness and understanding of regulations.
• Comfort navigating computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently load and deliver orders, navigating residential/commercial sites.
• Operate Hiab crane with safe rigging and sling safety.
• Deliver excellent customer service on-site or off-site, maintaining relationships.
• Support yard team to load/unload delivery vans and trucks.
• Recommend suitable products tailored to customer needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and uphold safety standards in the branch.

Skills

Hiab licence

Forklift licence

NZ Class 1 licence

Load restraint knowledge

Site navigation

Customer service

Safety awareness

Computer literacy

Building industry knowledge

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Are you an experienced Hiab operator who takes pride in getting the job done safely, accurately and on time? CARTERS New Plymouth Manufacturing is looking for a reliable Hiab Driver to join the team. You will be delivering timber and building products to customers across the New Plymouth region, providing quality service and reliability, all while keeping safety and customer relationships a top priority.

About the Role

• Efficiently load and deliver orders, navigating various residential and commercial construction sites
• Hands-on experience operating a Hiab crane, with a strong understanding of load limits, safe rigging, and slinging safety requirements
• Deliver exceptional customer service to all, whether on-site or off-site, ensuring their needs are met to the highest standard
• Support the yard team when required to load and unload delivery vans and trucks
• Recommend suitable products tailored to customer preferences
• Maintain cleanliness and uphold safety standards through general branch housekeeping

About You

You will be the perfect fit for this role if you are committed to delivering exceptional customer service and have the following skills, qualities, and certifications.

• Hiab licence and experience
• Forklift F Endorsed licence with OSH certificate
• Valid full Class 1 New Zealand driver's licence
• Solid understanding of load restraint and NZ load securing requirements
• Experience navigating tight residential construction sites with overhead hazards and soft ground
• A team-focused attitude with a positive, can-do approach, and the ability to build rapport with our customers
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach, with the ability to work to tight delivery schedules
• Physically fit, with a safety-conscious approach to manual handling
• Strong safety awareness and understanding of relevant regulations
• Confident navigating computer systems, with a firm grasp of technology
• Building industry knowledge an advantage

Advantages of Advancing Your Career with Carters

• Well maintained fleet, with a focus on Health and Safety
• Stability and a focus on work life balance, this role offers permanent full-time employment
• Attractivehourly rate, guaranteed 40 hours a week
• 7.5% benefits package designed to support your health and financial security. This includes fully covered Southern Cross Health Insurance, participation in our Superannuation Savings Scheme, Life and Disability Insurance coverage, and contributions to KiwiSaver
• Company buying privileges across all CARTERS stores
• Training, Development and Promotional opportunities

Please be advised that this position is exclusively open to candidates possessing valid working entitlements in New Zealand (Citizens, Permanent residents, or those holding valid work visas).