Location: Christchurch
Pay Rate: $30-$35 per hour (based on skills and experience)
Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week
BWS Transport Limited is seeking responsible and reliable Class 5 Truck Drivers to join our transport team. The role involves carrying out deliveries across New Zealand while ensuring safety, efficiency, and top-quality service.
Job description will include but not limited to :-
Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
Keep a log of their activities
Follow all applicable traffic laws
Make sure that all loading documents are in order
Documents and log work/rest periods and kilometers spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size , weight , route desgnations , parking and break periods ) as well as with company policies and procedures
Keep the truck and associated equipment clean and in good working order
Inspect the truck and trailer before and after the trip and record any defects that they find
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
Collect and verify delivery instructions
Report defects , accidents and violations any visa welcome
Have a good work ethic , honest , reliable , willing can do attitude , team player and punctual
The applicants need to be medically/physically fit for the job as there will be strapping required including chains sometimes to ensure load is secure
Experience in reversing , all type of combinations is must
Ability to Drive Road Ranger/Manual/ Automatic gearbox units confidently
At Least a years' experience of truck driving is desirable and we can assist you converting your overseas license to New Zealand license if needed
DG and forklift licenses would be an advantage
Wash and clean the trucks on proposed days
Be able to stay away from home as there will be linehaul work available and ready to stay away from home weekends or 24 Hours Breaks as well
Hours 40 minimum per week
Positions Available :- 1
Class 5 driver licence is required or equivalent overseas driver licence
Clear criminal records !!
Driver’s operating skills will be tested !!
Please email your CV on [email protected]