Permanent Rural Truck & Crane Operator – Machinery Freight

Gap Group; Southland; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Gore CMC Contracting Limited is seeking a Class 5 Truck Driver for rural and machinery cartage, based at the Pukerau yard, Southland. You will transport hay, baleage, bulk loads, machinery and other freight on rural roads and yards, using a crane for loading, with occasional digger work and possible overnight stays.

Applicants need a Class 5 licence and at least two years’ experience with heavy truck/trailer combinations, plus strong farm access awareness and reliable, clear communication.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience operating heavy truck and trailer combinations.
• Current Class 5 licence and rural driving experience.
• Safe, careful driving, loading and equipment care.
• Willingness to use a tablet for work records (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Operate on rural roads, farm tracks and yards, including confined spaces.
• Load bags using a truck-mounted crane.
• Mainly truck driving with occasional digger work if experienced or interested.
• Overnight stays away from home may be required.

Skills

Class 5 licence

Heavy truck experience

Rural driving

Safety conscious

Reliable

Clear communication

Tablet for records

Job description

Gore CMC Contracting Limited is seeking a Class 5 Truck Driver for rural and machinery cartage, based at the Pukerau yard, Southland. You will transport hay, baleage, bulk loads, machinery and other freight on rural roads and yards, using a crane for loading, with occasional digger work and possible overnight stays.

Applicants need a Class 5 licence and at least two years’ experience with heavy truck/trailer combinations, plus strong farm access awareness and reliable, clear communication.