Truck Driver

Job Details:

Job type: Full-time, permanent  

Location: Bay of Plenty 

Reports to Director  

As a Truck Driver you will be trained in driving and maintaining a truck. Driver will deliver goods  to and from warehouses and retail shops or centres. They will be fluent in all laws and  regulations involved with driving a heavy goods vehicle, as well as knowing how to load and  unload their truck. They can also diagnose and fix basic problems that may arise with their  vehicle. To keep the truck and associated equipment clean and tidy and in good working order  and follow all applicable traffic laws. To be part of the on-call roster for after-hours emergency  response. 

Key Responsibilities Expected Outcomes 

1. To carryout daily vehicle inspections encompassing mechanical, safety and emergency  equipment 

2. To ensure Road User Charges (RUC), Registration and COF are up to date

3. To complete logbook accurately and in a timely manner 

4. To ensure truck is loaded appropriately and materials recorded correctly

5. To ensure all loads are secured appropriately 

6. To ensure all loads comply with height, weight and width specifications 

7. To travel within speed limits at all times having consideration for road conditions, other road  users, weather, cargo, signage, and the environment 

8. To drive in a courteous manner at all times 

9. To report any traffic infringements immediately to your manager 

10. To report any incidents, damage or accidents immediately as per company requirements 

11. To competently care for equipment ensuring truck is kept clean and well-presented  Road maintenance & Construction Activities 

12. To care for plant and equipment at all times, ensuring that they are regularly maintained and  kept clean and tidy 

Health & Safety 

1. To ensure H&S systems are in place, and complied with, to manage the safety of all  employees, contractors and public in area of control, in accordance with H&S compliance  legislation and internal H&S protocol. 

2. To ensure any required PPE is always used as required 

3. To ensure all incidents and accidents are reported to the appropriate person with the  required timeframe Quality Assurance 

4. To ensure the Company’s policies and procedures are always followed.

5. To complete assigned tasks to a high standard, in a practical time frame and in a cost effective manner 

6. To take responsibility for the tasks as allocated by the Site Supervisor and Project Supervisor

7. To always maintain confidentiality in connection with any work carried out

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

1. Valid Driver’s license -Overseas is acceptable 

2. Able to competently operate truck and trailer combinations with a minimum of one year of  experience 

3. Ability to identify health, safety and environmental risks 

4. Good knowledge of road rules and a safe driving record  

5. Physically fit and able to repeatedly lift and move parcels up to approx. 25kg 

6. Basic English – able to read addresses and instructions and communicate with customers  and dispatch  

7. Good time-management and reliability – able to follow routes and meet delivery timeframes. 

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES 

1. Knowledge of how to operate heavy trucks and machinery 

2. Ability to communicate in a clear and positive way at all levels 

3. Knowledge of willingness to learn about civil and roading construction methods

4. Willingness to be a team player, participate and contribute to a changing team environment

5. Ability to maintain stable performance and attitude in high pressure situations 

Hours and pay  

• Guaranteed minimum 30 hours per week (full-time), typically 30–45 hours per week depending on workload  

• Rostered across Monday to Saturday, early morning starts may be required

• Hourly rate $25.00 to $33.00 per hour per hour, depending on skills and experience

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