Senior Payment Analyst

Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi in Palmerston North is seeking skilled Class 5 truck drivers for full-time work. You will operate Class 5 vehicles, perform pre-trip inspections, and ensure on-time deliveries across regional runs.

The role requires a valid Class 5 license, ability to reverse a truck and trailer, at least 1 year of experience, and flexibility to work mornings, weekends, and varying hours. Competitive pay and a supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Ability to reverse a truck and trailer confidently.
• Minimum 1 year of truck driving experience.
• Able to work early mornings, weekends and flexible hours.
• Physically fit to manage loads and secure shipments.
• Good communication with dispatch, drivers and customers.
• Complete pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class 5 vehicles to transport goods to designated locations.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety.
• Adhere to road safety regulations and company policies.
• Complete delivery paperwork and logs accurately.
• Maintain regular communication with dispatch for updates.
• Reverse truck and trailer combinations safely in varied environments.
• Secure loads to prevent damage during transport.

Job description

We are seeking skilled and relibale drivers to join our team in Palmerston North!

This is a full-time position based in Palmertson North with a minimum of 30 hours of work per week.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates from $3o 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.
• Felxible to work in all 3 regions.

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

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.