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OneStaff

Class 5 Driver

  • Posted 2w ago
  • On Site
  • Casual, Temp, Contract

Job Description

We have a transport client seeking a class 5 driver to cart containers, steel and general freight from their Rolleston depot around the wider Canterbury region.

This is an on-call temporary assignment

You will be required to work any day throughout the week between 6.00am to 6.00pm (10-12hr shifts).

In order to be successful for this role, you must have at least 1 years' class 5 driving experience within the transport industry and have good reversing skills.

Hours of work:
Any days of the week from 7:30am-5:00pm (hours subject to change, depending on workloads).

The starting pay rate for this position is up to $35.00 p/h depending on experience

Duties include:

  • Driving a class 5 (automatic) truck
  • Delivering general freight
  • Manually load/unload truck and stack boxes
  • Must be physically fit & capable of lifting up to 25kgs
  • PDA use (tablet)


Job Requirements:

  • Valid Class 5 driver's licence
  • Pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Proven driving experience confirmed by two references
  • Ability to labour - lifting up to 25kgs
  • Have good knowledge of the Christchurch area
  • Be trustworthy and have great customer service


If you are interested in this role please apply online now or call Danielle or Emilia at OneStaff on 03 377 3992 with any questions.

We will only accept applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand with the appropriate work or residency visa.

Please note: Ministry of Justice criminal conviction history checks are a part of the recruitment process.


Desired Soft Skills

  • Driver's License
  • Physically Fit
  • Coordination
  • Active Learning
  • Communication
  • Time Management

Job Schedule

  • Monday to Friday

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