Motorcycle Mechanic

Honda; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Honda in New Plymouth is seeking skilled and reliable Class 5 truck drivers for a full-time role based in New Plymouth with a minimum of 30 hours per week. You will transport goods safely and on time, performing pre-trip inspections and maintaining logs.

You must hold a valid Class 5 license, have at least 1 year of truck driving experience, and be able to work early mornings, weekends, and flexible hours. The role offers a competitive hourly rate and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Minimum 1 year of truck driving experience.
• Ability to work early mornings, weekends, and flexible hours.
• Physically able to manage loads and perform securing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class 5 vehicles to transport goods to designated locations.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections for safety and compliance.
• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork and logs.
• Communicate with dispatch for updates and instructions.
• Assist with loading/unloading and securing loads to prevent damage.

Skills

Safe driving

Time management

Communication

Job description

We are seeking skilled and reliable drivers to join our team in New Plymouth!

This is a full-time position based in New Plymouth, with a minimum of 30 hours of work per week.

What We Offer

Competitive pay rate from $30 to $35 per hour, depending on skills and experience.

Supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Class 5 Truck Driver, you will play a critical role in ensuring goods are transported safely, efficiently, and on time. Your daily duties will include:

• Operating Class 5 vehicles to transport goods to designated locations
• Performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance
• Adhering strictly to all road safety regulations and company policies
• Accurately completing delivery paperwork and logs Maintaining regular communication with dispatch for updates and instructions
• Safely and confidently reversing truck and trailer combinations in varied environments
• Handling and securing loads to prevent damage during transport

Role Requirements:

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Must be confident to reverse a truck and trailer
• A minimum of 1 year of truck driving experience is required
• Ability to work early morning shifts, weekends, and flexible hours as required
• Physical fitness to manage the demands of the role, including securing loads
• Strong time management and ability to meet delivery deadlines.
• Good communication skills with customers, dispatch, and other drivers
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and criminal record reference checks.

You will be completing scheduled runs across New Plymouth and Palmerston North.

Open to work in all 2 regions.

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