Tanker Operators - Kauri

Fonterra; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Good income

Uniform provided

Benefits package

Job summary

Fonterra is seeking enthusiastic tanker operators in Kauri, New Zealand. You will join a high-performing team, prioritising safety and quality while driving modern trucks on a roster that keeps you connected with home after each shift.

The role requires a current Class 5 licence, capable communication, and experience with rural and gravel roads. Live load experience is a plus as part of our focus on efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications

• Current and clean full Class 5 Licence.
• Strong communication and sense of humour.
• Experience driving a truck and trailer.
• Significant rural and gravel roads experience; live load preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate tanker trucks with safety and quality as a priority.
• Join a high-performing driver team in Kauri and follow shift roster.

Skills

Class 5 Licence

Truck driving

Live load experience

Rural and gravel roads

Clear communication

Humour

Job description

Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution.

Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change.

Te whai waahi | About the opportunity

We are looking for enthusiastic drivers to join our high performing tanker operator team based in Kauri ( Permanent) A great communicator with a passion for what you do, you'll join a team of talented, professional drivers who put safety and quality at the forefront of everything they do. They drive some of the best trucks in the industry, have a different view from their office window every day and work a shift roster that sees them at home after every shift.

They get great on-the-job training with ultramodern technology in modern trucks and are rewarded with excellent working conditions, great income, uniform, and a range of other benefits.

Our Tanker Operators are a whānau who know what it means to work together and are proud of what they achieve.

Mōu | About You

To be successful in this role you will be passionate about what you do, and thrive in a changeable environment. A team player, you'll have recent experience driving a truck and trailer, with live load experience a bonus.

You'll also need to have :

• A current and clean full Class 5 Licence
• A sense of humour and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Significant experience driving rural and gravel roads, with preference given to candidates who also have live load experience

Ngā Aura | Our Values

At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone - no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz

Tā mātou oati | Our Commitment to You

We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance:

• Fair and equitable pay
• Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support)
• Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible)
• Employee recognition
• Support for community involvement and cultural connection

To learn more, visit Fonterra Careers

Ngā Mahi | A Career of Opportunities

At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.

Tātou Tātou | Join Us

Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together.

He Wāhi mō te Katoa | Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion.

Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions).

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth.

If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou.