Rural Class 5 Truck Driver – Hay & Machinery

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

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.