Kaiako - Learning Support (Northern Region)

Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed min 30 hours/week

Supportive team environment

Consistent, long-term work

Job summary

Eagle SMS Transport Limited is seeking Class 5 truck drivers to transport logs from forestry sites to mills and ports around Northland, Whangārei area. The role is physically demanding, involving navigation of unsealed roads and coordination with port operations.

You will load, strap, and secure logs, perform pre-trip inspections, and maintain detailed delivery records while complying with safety regulations. Weekend and early shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have Class 5 license or able to obtain within 3 months.
• Experience operating vehicles with different transmissions.
• Ability to operate truck on dirt/track/gravel roads.
• Physically fit and capable of handling manual tasks.
• Clean driving record and strong focus on road safety.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and criminal record check.
• Willingness to work varied shifts including early mornings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy-duty log trucks to transport timber from logging sites to designated port facilities.
• Navigate forestry roads and public highways under varying terrain and weather conditions.
• Oversee loading and securing logs to ensure stability during transport.
• Coordinate with loading machinery operators at forest sites and ports for transfers.
• Follow road transport, forestry safety, and port entry regulations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to meet safety standards.
• Maintain accurate delivery records including log weights, trip sheets, fuel use and time logs.
• Ensure correct paperwork is completed for each load delivered to the port.
• Maintain communication with dispatch, port authorities, and supervisors for timely deliveries.
• Use radio, mobile, or GPS to report progress and receive route updates.

Skills

Class 5 license

Truck experience

Heavy vehicle ops

Reversing skills

Chaining procedures

Physical fitness

Safety focus

Drug test

Job description

Eagle SMS Transport Limited is a specialist in the logging transport industry, providing reliable and efficient haulage services from forestry sites to port locations. We are currently seeking Class 5 Truck Drivers to join our team in Whangārei.

About the Role:

This is a physically demanding and rewarding role for a skillful Truck Driver who is confident operating in challenging forestry environments. You will be responsible for the safe and timely transport of logs from forest blocks to mills and ports across Northland.

Key Responsibilities:

Safely operate heavy-duty log trucks to transport timber from logging sites to designated port facilities.

Navigate through unsealed forestry roads and public highways, often under varying terrain and weather conditions.

Oversee or assist with the loading and secure strapping of logs to ensure stability during transport.

Coordinate with loading machinery operators at both the forest site and port to ensure efficient transfer of logs.

Follow all relevant road transport, forestry safety, and port entry regulations.

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections, ensuring the truck and load meet safety standards.

Report any mechanical faults or safety concerns promptly to fleet maintenance teams.

Maintain accurate delivery records, including log weights, trip sheets, fuel use, and time logs.

Ensure correct paperwork is completed for each load delivered to the port.

Maintain regular communication with dispatch, port authorities, and supervisors to ensure smooth and timely deliveries.

Use radio, mobile, or GPS systems to report progress and receive route updates.

Drive in a manner that minimizes environmental impact, especially on forest access roads.

Comply with regional forestry and port protocols at all times.

Role Requirements:

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 3 months

• Experience in operating vehicles with different transmissions is needed.

• Must be able to operate truck on dirt/track/gravel roads.

• Ability to operate heavy machinery

• Confident in reversing truck and trailer units

• Strong knowledge of chaining and unchaining procedures

• Physically fit and capable of handling manual tasks

• Clean driving record and strong focus on road safety

• Must pass pre-employment drug test and criminal record check

• Work varied shifts including early mornings, and weekends as required

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate between $30 to $33 per hour.

• Guaranteed minimum 30 hours of work per week

• Supportive team environment

• Consistent, long-term work

If you are passionate about transport, thrive in outdoor environments, and want to be part of a growing and respected logging business, we’d love to hear from you.