55 Driving & Transport jobs in New Zealand

Extrastaff are looking for a Class 4 Civil Drivers with a proven track record in navigating construction sites. You might be driving tipper trucks, water carts, Moxys. If you don't mind rolling up your sleeves and working with the crew on the ground then this is a role that has it all!

What's In It For You:

• Work for a reputable company.
• Opportunity for temp to perm placement.
• Variety of work
• Opportunity to learn new skills
• Excellent team environment.
• Variety of projects across Christchurch.
• Enjoy the summer outside!

What You Will Be Doing:

• Safely Operate Class 4 trucks on site and on the roads
• Conduct pre-start checks
• Maintain accurate records of duties and hours
• Working together with a team
• Operate other machines when required (if you have WTR)
• Some physical labouring will be required 

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years operating experience in the civil space.
• Road ranger ability (experience preferred)
• Valid & clean Class 4 license is required. WTR preferred
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Site Safe - we can assist with this
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Truck Driver

An exciting opportunity is available for a Rural Mail and Courier Driver to join our team in a Permanent Full-time role. Responsibilities include the safe, timely collection and delivery of freight, mail, and courier items across rural areas mainly Tai Tapu and Motukarara .

You’ll deliver daily parcels, liaise with the team, and provide excellent customer service. As the face of our company in rural communities, you’ll build trust and long-term customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely loading, transporting, and delivering mail, courier parcels, and freight to customers, including rural addresses.
• Sorting and preparing rural mail and courier deliveries at the depot prior to departure.
• Ensuring accuracy and efficiency when delivering to rural letterboxes, homes, farms, and businesses.
• Collecting outgoing mail and parcels from rural customers as required.
• Assisting with loading and unloading items from vehicles to avoid damages.
• Following all safety, security, and operational procedures at all times.
• Maintaining communication with management regarding any changes to deliveries, routes, or schedules.
• Reporting hazards, road conditions, and any obstructions affecting safe and timely deliveries.
• Adhering to assigned routes, rural delivery schedules, and timeframes.
• Abiding by all transportation laws and maintaining a clean, safe driving record.
• Preparing and maintaining daily delivery records, manifests, and reports.
• Keeping the company vehicle clean, fuelled, well-maintained, and ready for daily use.
• Supporting and liaising with rural customers to provide excellent service, answering questions, and handling complaints in a professional manner.
• Building positive relationships with rural community members to maintain trust and reliability.
• Supervising field crews during network activities where required, ensuring work is completed safely, reliably, and efficiently.
• Driving team performance by assessing competence and identifying development needs.

Skills and Requirements:

• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must have a clean criminal record and be able to pass a Ministry of Justice background check.
• Full New Zealand Class 1 driver’s license with a clean driving record (Class 2 preferred but not essential).
• Available to work from Monday to Sunday with flexible start and finish times (depending on daily mail and parcel volumes).
• Physically fit and comfortable lifting up to 25kg daily.
• Good numeracy and reading skills for handling delivery documentation.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure correct delivery of mail and courier items.
• Able to work in all weather conditions where practically possible — no excuses.

Number of Positions Available: 5
Location: Auckland
Pay Rate: $32 – $36 per hour 
Hours of Work: 30 – 40 per week

• Must hold a valid Class 4 or 5 Driver Licence (New Zealand or International)

• Minimum 6 months’ experience OR Level 2 or 3 qualification

• Operate heavy vehicles (Class 4 or 5 trucks) to transport goods safely and efficiently

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections

• Deliver goods to various destinations on time, maintaining delivery schedules

• Ensure loads are secured and comply with road transport regulations

• Record mileage, fuel usage, and delivery logs accurately

• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report any maintenance issues

• Follow all NZTA and company safety policies while on the road

• Liaise with dispatchers, clients, and warehouse staff regarding deliveries

• Represent the company professionally when dealing with customers and suppliers

Job Details:

Location: Auckland

Position: Forklift Driver

Term: Permanent full time position

Wage: $28.00-$31.25 per hour

Hours of work: minimum 30 hours per week, maximum 40 hours per week 

Shifted from Monday to Sunday

We require the candidate:

• At least 3 years relevant working experience 

• Hold a NZQA 10851 & Forklift Operator Certificate

We prefer the candidate:

• Able to follow safety guidelines at all times

• Able to work under pressure.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Operating equipment controls to position forklifts and adjust fork height for loading, unloading, and stacking items in warehouses and manufacturing plants.

• Guiding rail-based or automated electronically-guided forklifts to navigate narrow spaces and restricted aisles.

• Moving merchandise to assigned storage zones within distribution centers, industrial sites, and cargo terminals.

• Verifying that inventory is placed in appropriate locations to facilitate efficient retrieval and order fulfillment.

• Observing equipment performance using instrument panels, gauges, and digital monitoring systems.

• Conducting routine inspections and assessing machinery for signs of wear or defects.

• Performing basic maintenance, servicing, and repairs on forklifts as needed.

• Handles the transportation of bulk commodities, shipping containers, crated products, palletized loads, packaged goods, and compressed bales using a forklift.

• Any other duties may required by the business

If you are interested in this position, please do not hesitate to send your CV to

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa 

We are looking for 5 X Drivers who will be required to work in a full-time role from Monday to Sunday. We are seeking reliable individuals willing to work a minimum of 30hrs per week and may be required to work 40 hrs per week. 

This is a physical role that requires heavy lifting, as well as picking and packing orders at the depot. You will also be responsible for planning efficient delivery routes and determining the sequence of delivery drops to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction. You will have either 2 years of relevant work experience or a  relevant minimum level 4 relevant qualification (or higher).  

Key Responsibilities:

• • Thoroughly cleaning and detailing vehicles both inside and out, including washing, vacuuming, polishing and applying protective treatments

  • Identifying and addressing any minor repair needs, such as paintwork touch-ups or interior cleaning

  • Ensuring all vehicles are presented to the highest standards, meeting our company's strict quality guidelines

  • Collaborating with the sales team to prepare vehicles for customer viewings and test drives

  • Maintaining a clean and organised work environment, following all health and safety protocols

  • Assisting with general yard duties as required

BTS Group Limited is seeking Class 4 Truck Driver based in Auckland. This is a full-time permanent employment (minimum 30 guaranteed hours from Monday to Sunday between 5 am and 7 pm). 

Your key responsibilities

• Carry out transportation of general freight including dangerous goods, bulk deliveries and pickups from freight companies
• Deliver and pickup goods from the freight companies with an ability to load and unload the truck using lifting and tipping devices, if required.
• Carry out daily pre-checks of the vehicle and report any faults immediately
• Report any problems, incidents/ accidents or customer complaints immediately
• Secure the loads using load binders, chains and straps to prevent loss and damage of the goods
• Adhere to Land Transport Safety Authority rules and regulations and keep a logbook of the hours worked
• Keep records of, and check invoices for, goods you deliver/pickup
• Carry out any other duties as requested by the Managing Director.

You will also be responsible to:

• Observe safe work practices and rules relative to your work and the company will diligently enforce these rules.
• Adhere to fatigue guidelines
• Actively contribute to hazard identification and management
• Participate in health and safety training
• Adopt safe work practices

Qualifications & experience

• At least 3 year relevant work experience
• NZ Class 4 Driving License or Overseas Driving License with an ability to obtain NZ Class 4 License
• Knowledge of how to secure loads using load binders, chains and strops
• Must pass Drug and Alcohol Test
• Must pass Ministry of Justice or Police Check
• Must pass 2x work references checks
• Self-motivated and the ability to work to strict deadlines
• Good communication skills and a can-do attitude
• Good time management skills

The pay range for this position is between $25 per hour to $26 per hour based upon experience.

We are looking for a responsible and hardworking Courier Driver. You will also pick up items from customers, keep delivery records, and make sure everything is delivered safely and on time.

Main Duties:

·    Sorting, organising, and preparing packages for delivery at the depot.

·    Reviewing daily orders and pickup requests to ensure all items are complete and meet customer expectations.

·    Loading and unloading packages and delivering items safely and on time.

·    Providing excellent customer service, answering queries, and handling basic complaints from customers.

·    Following assigned delivery routes and adhering to time schedules.

·    Preparing reports, logs, or documents related to pickups and deliveries.

·    Complying with all New Zealand Health and Safety laws and workplace safety guidelines.

·    Safely operating the delivery vehicle in line with New Zealand traffic rules and company policy.

·    Reporting any issues with the vehicle or maintenance needs to the supervisor.

Person Specification:

·    Must have either one year of relevant work experience, or Level 3 qualification.

·    Valid and clean class 1 driver’s licence

·    Good communication and time management skills.

·    Able to work independently and handle physical tasks, including lifting parcels.

·    Good knowledge of navigation tools.

NOTE: Pre-employment drug test and Ministry of Justice check required

Location: Invercargil 

Duration: Permanent fulltime – 32 hours per week

Wage Rate: $24 to $26 per hour

About Us
UNITED PRODUCE LIMITED, a well-established and expanding company, is growing its team to meet increasing demand. We are seeking skilled truck driver team leaders to join us and encourage you to apply.

Job description

·    Managing the procurement, upkeep, and fuel supply for transport vehicles and associated equipment

·    Communicating with clients to identify their needs, offering guidance and details on vehicle models, purchase or rental costs, relevant responsibilities, and addressing customer complaints

·    Accepting customer orders and bookings, as well as designing and carrying out transportation timetables

·    Guaranteeing that goods are stored and transported under conditions that preserve their quality standards

·    Making arrangements for the pickup and delivery of both vehicles and goods

·    Keeping accurate business records and compiling operational summaries and reports

·    Overseeing compliance with occupational health and safety rules and guidelines

·    Manages and oversees the operations of a transport enterprise that runs a fleet of vehicles for carrying goods and passengers.

·    Performing other reasonable duties as required by the employer.

Position Details

• Location : Auckland
• Job Type : Full-time, Permanent
• Pay Rate : $27.00–$35.00 per hour
• Days Required : 5–6 days per week, roster may apply
• Hours Per Week : Minimum 30 hours

Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience, or a NZQF Diploma qualification in a relevant field from New Zealand, or an equivalent overseas qualification.

How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please send your CV or application details to us. You may also apply directly. If you are not a New Zealand citizen or resident, please include your visa status in your cover letter.