Truck Driver & Fleet Logistic Coordinator

Partners in Grime; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Partners in Grime in Queenstown is seeking a Truck Driver & Fleet Logistics Coordinator to operate a Class 2 rubbish truck and support linen deliveries across about 70 holiday homes. You will also assist with fleet safety, maintenance, and route planning to ensure timely waste collection and efficient logistics.

The role requires a NZ Class 2 licence, proven trucking experience, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment near Queenstown.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid New Zealand Class 2 Driver Licence or be eligible to obtain one
• Demonstrate safe and responsible driving practices
• Be organised to plan and complete scheduled collection and delivery routes efficiently
• Capable of maintaining accurate vehicle, collection and fleet records
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate the Class 2 rubbish collection truck safely
• Complete scheduled rubbish collection routes across ~70 holiday homes
• Collect rubbish from holiday homes following guest checkouts
• Plan efficient rubbish collection routes around schedules
• Load and transport rubbish to transfer stations or disposal facilities
• Perform pre-start vehicle safety checks and general maintenance checks
• Drive linen delivery vans for scheduled deliveries and collections
• Maintain fleet records and assist with fleet operation and availability

Skills

Class 2 licence

Safe driving

Route planning

Fleet coordination

Reliable & punctual

Job description

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Truck Driver & Fleet Logistic Coordinator

Partners in Grime – Queenstown, South Island

The Truck Driver & Fleet Logistics Coordinator is responsible for operating the company's Class 2 rubbish collection truck across a growing portfolio of approximately 70 holiday homes, with additional properties expected to be added as the businesses continue to grow. Rubbish collection and truck operation are core responsibilities of this position. The role also supports linen transportation and logistics and assists with the safe and efficient operation of the company vehicle fleet. The businesses currently operate approximately 20 vehicles, including cleaning vehicles, laundry delivery vans, company vehicles and a rubbish collection truck.

Key responsibilities

Drive and operate the company Class 2 rubbish collection truck safely and responsibly

Complete scheduled rubbish collection routes across approximately 70 holiday homes, with additional properties expected to be added as the portfolio grows

Collect rubbish from holiday homes following guest checkouts and in accordance with operational schedules

Plan and coordinate efficient rubbish collection routes around guest checkout times, cleaning schedules and operational requirements

Safely manoeuvre the truck at holiday homes and collection locations and safely load and transport collected rubbish

Transport collected rubbish to approved transfer stations or disposal facilities

Conduct pre-start and regular vehicle safety checks, including tyres, lights, fluids, warning indicators and general roadworthiness

Drive company vans to complete scheduled linen deliveries and collections

Collect used linen and deliver clean linen to holiday homes, cleaning teams and operational locations

Support the day-to-day operation and condition of the company fleet of approximately 20 vehicles and help ensure the fleet remains safe, reliable, compliant and available for operational use

About you

Hold a valid New Zealand Class 2 Driver Licence, or be legally entitled to operate the required Class 2 vehicle in New ZealandA.For the right candidate, we are open to supporting and paying for the successful applicant to obtain their Class 2 licence.

Have relevant experience driving trucks or commercial vehicles

Demonstrate safe and responsible driving practices and a good understanding of New Zealand road safety requirements

Be confident operating a rubbish collection truck and manoeuvring a commercial vehicle safely in residential and holiday-home areas

Be physically capable of safely completing loading, unloading and rubbish collection duties

Be able to conduct basic pre-start and vehicle safety checks and identify obvious defects or maintenance concerns

Be organised and able to plan and complete scheduled collection and delivery routes efficiently

Be capable of maintaining accurate vehicle, collection and fleet records

Be reliable, punctual, able to work independently and communicate operational issues promptly

Be comfortable operating different company vehicles, including the Class 2 rubbish truck and linen delivery vans