34 Route Driving jobs in New Zealand

SARTAJ TRANSPORT LIMITED is seeking a motivated and dedicated Truck Driver to join our team in the Waikato region .

The candidate will be required to travel within the region, and all travel and fuel costs will be covered by the employer.

Key Duties:

• Operate class-1 Truck safely on assigned routes, delivering goods according to company schedules and business requirements.
• Inspect the vehicle and load before departure to ensure they are secure and in good condition.
• Follow all workplace health, safety, and road transport regulations during loading, unloading, and transit.
• Maintain accurate records of goods transported, including delivery receipts, invoices, mileage, and fuel/toll expenses.
• Plan and follow efficient delivery routes to meet deadlines and optimise fuel use.
• Perform scheduled deliveries and pickups, ensuring timely and accurate transport of goods.
• Monitor driving hours and rest periods to comply with legal requirements.
• Report any mechanical faults, accidents, or incidents promptly to the relevant supervisor.
• Maintain the truck’s cleanliness and operational condition, including routine checks of windows, mirrors, and the vehicle interior.
• Implement fuel-efficient driving practices to support operational sustainability.

The candidate will be required to work at least 30 hours per week and be paid between $25 to $30 per hou r.

Other important requirements:

• Available to Work on weekends.
• Must have a valid driver's license (Class-1).
• Prior work experience is preferred but not mandatory
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Self-motivated and a passionate individual
• Hardworking individual

Must all other requirements including English language requirements as per Immigration New Zealand if required.

Multilinguistic people will be given preference.
Must be ready to travel and have full Driver’s License with relevant driving endorsements.
Heavy lifting could be a part of the job.
Must be physically fit, pre-employment medical and drug test will be a part of recruitment.
Flexible with rostered working hours and should be able to work over the weekends.

Master Water Solutions Limited

Our Company is a Transport Trader. We are currently looking for 2 hardworking Class 5 Truck Drivers, who are willing to working in a challenging environment with driving experience. The experience in the related field is appreciated.

Must be able to manoeuvr vehicles into position for loading and unloading.
Late night driving may be required to facilitate the clients and deliveries
loading and unloading vehicles using lifting and tipping devices.
Must be able to handle the freight effectively, timely and safely.
Participate in all safety procedure.
Maintain, clean and tidy vehicles.
Taking care of safety measures while loading and unloading vehicles.
Regularly check quality of vehicles to ensure they can be driven safely.

Must be able to estimate the weight to comply with load limitations and ensuring safe distribution of weight in the vehicle.
Ensuring goods are stowed and securely covered to prevent loss and damage 
Must be able to verify loading documents, checking condition of goods and obtaining certification of deliveries.

Must have the ability to reverse vehicles confidently in tight spaces and provide a friendly and professional service upon delivery.

You will receive
Work opportunities - you will be working in a friendly, busy and exciting working environment.
Base salary plus bonuses depending on your performance, efficiency and how smartly you perform.
Remuneration: $29.66 per hour
Minimum 30 hours of contract - Permanent Full Time

Location: Auckland, New Zealand

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa or be able to obtain one.
Apply now with CV and cover letter (note: applications without  cover letter will not be accepted)

NK Carriers Limited is a logistics provider, delivering reliable and efficient transport solutions. We are seeking committed and professional Truck Drivers to join our team in the Auckland region and help maintain our strong focus on excellent service and timely deliveries.

The candidate will be required to travel within the Auckland region and to nearby regions. All travel and fuel costs will be covered by the employer.

Key Responsibilities-  

• Regular safety checks to ensure your vehicle can be driven safely.
• Ensuring your vehicle is loaded and unloaded in a safe and compliant manner.
• Safely driving your vehicle to deliver freight on time.
• Safely parking your vehicle overnight and over off-days.
• Managing freight documents, dockets, and associated paperwork.
• Maintaining an accurate logbook at all times.
• Securing your load properly.
• Keep your truck clean from inside and outside.
• Doing floating work and going from one place to other from day to day.
• Interacting professionally with clients, law enforcement, the public and others.
• Reporting on any incidents or noteworthy events.

Required to work for a minimum of 30 hours per week and will be paid between $28 to $34 per hour.

Other Requirements - 

• Valid Class 5 driving license or overseas heavy Truck License with clean driving record
• Comfortable to work on weekends
• Relevant Truck driving experience is preferred but not mandatory
• Must pass drug and alcohol tests.
• Ability to unload heavy goods from the truck.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Reliable, motivated, and hardworking.
• Team worker

We are Christchurch based company with currently 7 open positions available for a full Class 5 Driving License or equivalent overseas license. We will provide you a required training to familiarize you with the work and then you should be able to work on your own. We require a reasonable level of fitness, clean driving history, a class 5 license.

Job Duties (but not limited to):

• Driving Duties including loading and unloading of any goods.
•  Drivers must be responsible to secure load and deliver in correct manner.
• Complete any require documentation.
• Complete daily Truck logbook and submit reports of mileage covered to head office.
• Observe the report equipment or mechanical failure immediately.
• Manage routes and routines so they proceed in the most effective way possibly.
• Find ways to conserve resources, including fuel, to benefit the business.
• Serve as a brand advocate and ambassador in every interaction with clients and the public.
• Conduct daily inspection of vehicle prior start of shift and end of shift, report any problems or damage to management.
• Comply with in house regulation and rules. Any other duties asked by management from time to time for e.g. Cleanliness of unit inside/outside, organise the toolbox and dunnage.

A successful candidate must have:

• Full class 5 Driving License or equivalent overseas licence
• DG and F and OSH endorsement (Preferred)
• Can pass a drug test
• Physically fit and healthy Able to sort freight (if needed)
•  Able to work night shifts and overnight when required.
•  Preferably have experience to operate H units and should be able to reverse Truck & Trailer.

Other Details: Pay Rate: From $28 to $35 based on work experience

Minimum Hours per week: 30 Hours (with maximum 50 hours)

Location: Christchurch and surrounding areas.

If this sounds like you then please send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter explaining your situation.

We are looking for multiple Truck Drivers to join our dynamic team based in Auckland. As a Truck Driver you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and timely delivery of goods to our clients across various locations in New Zealand.

About the role:

• Manoeuvring vehicles into position for loading and unloading
• Loading and unloading goods using lifting and tipping devices
• Observing safety requirements when loading and unloading vehicles
• Making regular quality checks of vehicles to ensure they can be driven safely
• Estimating weights to comply with load limitations and ensuring safe distribution of weight
• Ensuring goods are stowed and securely covered to prevent loss and damage
• Verifying loading documents, checking condition of goods and obtaining certification of deliveries
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and clients regarding delivery status and any issues encountered.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, including safety protocols and regulations.

We are looking for candidates with the preferred attributes:

• 2 year’s experience as a Truck Driver or similar role / and or level 3 qualification or higher
• Ability to maintain Strong knowledge of traffic laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Excellent Navigation skills and familiarity with GPS systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physical stamina and the ability to handle long distance driving and manual labour.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering goods safely and on time.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours and weekends, as needed.

- To be considered for this role you must be in NZ, and either be an NZ resident, citizen or have the legal right to work in NZ full time.

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PATTAR GROUP LIMITED, HAWKESBAY 

We are seeking class Five drivers to join our team in Hawke's Bay

You gonna be part of Flat Deck, Truck Trailer, Btrains, containers and chilled and frozen work roles

*Professional and safe driving.
*Able to drive different configurations of vehicles.
*Vehicle combination can be of length of up to 23 meters.
*Capable to work alone and night shift work.
*you have to be physically fit for heavy work loads.
*Work with perishable goods.
*Have dangerous goods endorsement.
*Ensure equipment is maintained to a high standard.
*Able to use forklift.
*Must be able to complete and report pre trip inspections daily.
*Use electronic logbook and POD systems.
*Follow Health and Safety procedures.

*Must be able to work nights shifts and weekends.

*Good Weekly hours but flexibility is a must due to client demands.

*Must have no issues staying nights away from home.

*We cannot guarantee you to getting back home at weekends .

*You have to be physically fit to use the pallet jack work role .

*Minimum two year's experience needed.

*Minimum 30 hours guaranteed.

Immediate start available.

Applications must have New Zealand residence or valid NZ work visa to apply or we also immigration accredited company and can support you in work visa if you're suitable candidates for us.

Applications by email only.
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We are Auckland base company and currently we are seeking to employ more drivers to accommodate the demand of the logistics.

We are offering a full time minimum 30 hours per week role. You may have to work 12 hours shift for 5 days which would be 60 hours maximum per week.  Minimum pay rate is $27 / hour but we can offer up to $35/ hour depending on your experience and skills.

As a Truck Driver you will be required to do the following tasks:

1.    Driving a 6 wheeler truck

2.    You may have to drive a tractor unit along with different combination of trailers.

3.    Delivering and picking up freight, material or goods.

4.    Provide paperwork for deliveries and Pick-ups.

5.    Restraining your load according to the NZ law.

6.    Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and standard.

7.    Training new staff and monitoring their performance if required.

8.    Transporting company’s vehicle if required.

9.    Fill up the vehicle / trailer, top up the vehicle with add blue (if required)

10.    Wash the truck on proposed days.

11.    Report to the director if any break down

Requirements

You are required to have a New Zealand or overseas truck driving license. Onsite training would be provided to the overseas applicants.

Dangerous good and a forklift licence would be an advantage.

If this sounds like you then do not wait and apply.