Job Details:

Location: Whangārei, Northland
Pay Range: $27 – $35 per hour (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week - Flexibility to work up to 6 days per week, including weekends

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable Vehicle Recovery Driver to join our team in Whangārei. The role involves safely recovering and transporting vehicles and parts while providing excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Communicate pick up/delivery times with clients and sellers, and maintain a schedule for a timely pick up/ delivery. 

  • Inspect vehicles required for pick up and hand over cash to sellers

  • Manoeuvre vehicles into position for loading and unloading

  • Load and unload vehicles using lifting and towing devices

  • Follow all safety procedures when handling vehicles and auto parts

  • Carry out regular quality and safety checks of vehicles before use

  • Estimate weights and ensure compliance with load limitations

  • Secure vehicles and goods to prevent loss or damage during transport

  • Verify delivery documents, check the condition of auto parts, and confirm deliveries

  • Provide professional and friendly service to customers during recovery and delivery

Skills and Experience

  • At least 1–2 years’ relevant experience is preferred

  • Strong knowledge of vehicles and mechanical parts is an advantage

  • Class 1 driver’s licence (Class 2 licence or willingness and ability to obtain is desirable)

  • Clean driving record (no disqualifying criminal or traffic history)

  • Physically fit and able to perform manual handling safely

  • Excellent time management skills 

  • Good communication skills and customer service focus

  • Punctual, reliable, and able to work independently

  • A clean driving record is required

  • We have a No Alcohol/No Drug Policy, and may require a Drug Test if you are selected for a role

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay: $27 – $35 per hour

  • Stable full-time, permanent role

  • Supportive team environment with ongoing training

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted 

Applicants for this position must be New Zealand Citizens or Residents or have valid work rights. 

 

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