Rural Class 5 Truck Driver: Hay, Machinery & Freight

Team Global Express; Southland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CMC Contracting in Pukerau, Southland, is seeking an experienced Class 5 driver to handle truck, trailer and crane work across farms, rural properties and yards.

You’ll operate on rural roads, farm tracks and yards, including manoeuvring in confined spaces and using a crane to load bags. Some overnight stays away from home may be required. A current Class 5 licence and two years’ experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience operating heavy truck and trailer combinations.
• Rural driving experience and sound judgement around farm access and changing ground conditions.
• Safe, careful approach to driving, loading and looking after equipment.
• Reliability, clear communication and the ability to organise daily work.
• Willingness to use a tablet for work records (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Operate on rural roads, farm tracks and in yards including confined spaces.
• Use a truck-mounted crane to load bags onto truck and trailer combinations.
• Occasional digger work if experienced or interested, not essential.
• Some overnight stays away from home may be required.

Skills

Class 5 license

Heavy truck & trailer experience

Rural driving experience

Safe driving & loading

Job description

CMC Contracting in Pukerau, Southland, is seeking an experienced Class 5 driver to handle truck, trailer and crane work across farms, rural properties and yards.

You’ll operate on rural roads, farm tracks and yards, including manoeuvring in confined spaces and using a crane to load bags. Some overnight stays away from home may be required. A current Class 5 licence and two years’ experience are essential.