Mining Truck Driver

Stellar Recruitment Pty; West Coast; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% holiday pay

Relocation allowance

NZ mining entry

Training and development

Modern fleet

Career progression

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment Pty is sourcing drivers for a growing NZ mining operation on the West Coast. If you have experience operating heavy trucks or plant equipment, this is a chance to start a long-term career in mining with on-the-job training and progression opportunities.

You'll operate haul trucks, perform pre-start checks, and work with production crews in a safety-focused environment. Relocation allowances and competitive hourly pay are offered to attract local and relocating talent.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy vehicles, trucks, or mobile plant.
• Class 4 or 5 licence preferred.
• Commitment to working safely in a production environment.
• Reliable, hardworking and team-focused attitude.
• Willingness to learn and build a career in mining.

Responsibilities

• Operate articulated and rigid haul trucks.
• Safely transport material throughout the mining operation.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and daily equipment checks.
• Follow site safety procedures and production requirements.
• Work closely with operators and production crews.

Skills

Heavy vehicle operation

Class 4/5 licence

Safety first

Team player

Willing to learn

Job description

Looking to break into New Zealand's mining industry? This is a rare opportunity to join a rapidly growing mining operation that is committed to developing local talent. Whether you're an experienced truck driver or come from a civil, quarrying, forestry or earthmoving background, you'll be supported with training, development and genuine long-term career opportunities.

Benefits

• $30 - $40/hr + 8% holiday pay
• Away allowance available for relocating candidates
• Entry into the NZ mining industry
• Ongoing training and development
• Modern fleet and expanding operation
• Long-term career stability and progression opportunities

Duties

• Operate articulated and rigid haul trucks
• Safely transport material throughout the mining operation
• Conduct pre-start inspections and daily equipment checks
• Follow site safety procedures and production requirements
• Work closely with operators and production crews

Skills & Experience

• Experience operating heavy vehicles, trucks, or mobile plant
• Class 4 or 5 licence preferred
• Commitment to working safely in a production environment
• Reliable, hardworking and team-focused attitude
• Willingness to learn and build a career in mining

Culture

This is a close-knit team where attitude and commitment are valued as highly as experience. The business is focused on developing people for the long term, providing training, support and pathways into skilled mining careers.

About the Company

This established South Island mining operation is entering an exciting phase of growth, backed by significant investment in equipment, infrastructure and people. With a long mine life and ambitious expansion plans, they're building a workforce for the future and creating opportunities for those wanting to establish a career in the mining sector.