Night Shift Class 5 Linehaul Driver | Nz Freight

Nz National Networks Limited; Southland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gore CMC Contracting Limited in Southland is seeking a Class 5 Truck Driver for rural and machinery cartage based at Pukerau. You will transport hay, baleage, machinery and other freight across farms and yards, on rural roads and farm tracks.

The role requires a current Class 5 licence with at least two years of heavy truck experience, safe driving, and the ability to work independently. Occasional overnight stays and some digger work may be required.

Qualifications

• Class 5 licence held with appropriate heavy vehicle experience.
• At least two years' experience operating heavy truck and trailer.
• Practical rural driving experience and sound judgement around farm access.

Responsibilities

• Operate on rural roads, farm tracks and yards, including confined spaces.
• Load bags using a truck-mounted crane onto truck and trailer combinations.
• Occasional digger work and overnight stays may be required.

Skills

Heavy truck operation

Truck & trailer handling

Rural driving

Ground condition awareness

Safe driving

Communication

Digital record-keeping

Education

Class 5 driver's licence

Tools

Truck-mounted crane

Job description

Class 5 Truck Driver - Rural & Machinery Cartage

Gore CMC Contracting Limited

Job Description

Permanent, full-time | Pukerau, Southland - 10 minutes from Gore

CMC Contracting is looking for an experienced Class 5 driver who takes pride in their work and is confident handling truck and trailer combinations around farms, rural properties and tight-access yards.

Based at our Pukerau yard on State Highway 1, you'll transport hay, baleage, bulk loads, machinery and other freight. This is a practical, hands-on driving role with responsibility for getting each job done safely and efficiently.

What you can expect

• A permanent, full-time position within our agricultural contracting and transport business.
• Varied loads and destinations, with both truck and trailer and semi-trailer work.
• A role where your driving experience, practical judgement and ability to work independently are valued.
• A supportive team and training on our systems and procedures.

The work

You'll operate on rural roads, farm tracks and in yards, including manoeuvring in confined spaces. The role also involves using a truck-mounted crane to load bags onto truck and trailer combinations.

The role is primarily truck driving, with occasional opportunities for digger work if you have experience or an interest in learning. This is by no means essential for the role.

Some occasional overnight stays away from home may be required.

What you'll bring

• A current Class 5 driver's licence and at least two years' experience operating heavy truck and trailer combinations.
• Practical rural driving experience and sound judgement around farm access and changing ground conditions.
• A safe, careful approach to driving, loading and looking after equipment.
• Reliability, clear communication and the ability to organise your daily work.
• Willingness to use a tablet for work records, with training provided.
• Pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing may be required.