RG Reinforcing Limited, is a specialist reinforcing steel company supplying the construction industry with reinforcing steel, including cut and bent reinforcing, prefabricated reinforcement cages, pile cages, retaining wall cages and pre-welded footing cages. We are looking for reliable and experienced Class 4 Truck Drivers to join our team and support the safe and timely delivery of reinforcing steel and prefabricated products to construction sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate Class 4 trucks for the transportation and delivery of reinforcing steel and prefabricated reinforcing products.
- Transport reinforcing bars, mesh, steel cages, pile cages, footing cages, retaining wall cages and other construction-related materials.
- Load, unload and position reinforcing steel and fabricated products safely and efficiently.
- Secure long, heavy and irregularly shaped steel loads correctly in accordance with NZ road safety requirements.
- Check loads before departure to ensure they are correctly secured, balanced and protected against movement or damage.
- Deliver materials safely to construction sites, yards and customer locations throughout surrounding areas.
- Manoeuvre trucks safely in confined areas, construction sites, loading yards and delivery locations.
- Follow site safety procedures and comply with instructions from site supervisors and customers.
- Communicate with dispatch, workshop staff, site personnel and customers regarding delivery requirements and access.
- Check delivery documentation and ensure the correct materials are delivered to the correct location.
- Assist with loading and unloading using appropriate equipment and follow safe lifting and handling procedures.
- Carry out daily pre-start and vehicle safety checks and report any faults, damage or maintenance requirements promptly.
- Maintain the truck in a clean, safe and presentable condition.
- Plan and follow efficient delivery routes while meeting scheduled delivery times.
- Complete delivery records and other required documentation accurately.
- Represent RG Reinforcing professionally when dealing with customers, contractors and construction-site personnel.
- Follow all company health and safety policies, site requirements, traffic laws and New Zealand road transport regulations.
- Be flexible to work additional hours or weekends when required by project and delivery schedules.
Skills and Experience
- Valid New Zealand Class 4 Driver Licence.
- Minimum 1 year of Class 4 driving experience preferred.
- Good understanding of load restraint and safe transportation of heavy and long materials.
- Clean and responsible driving record.
- Physically fit and capable of handling and securing heavy construction materials.
- Strong communication and time-management skills.
- Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
- Safety-focused with a professional and positive attitude.
- Good customer service skills and the ability to communicate respectfully with site personnel and customers.
- Ability to follow instructions, delivery schedules and workplace safety procedures.
- Flexibility to work weekends and additional hours when required.
What We Offer:
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Competitive hourly rate between $30 to $35 per hour.
- Gauranteed minimum 30 hours of work per week
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Supportive team environment
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Consistent, long-term work
Employer Questions
Your application will include the following question(s):
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Are you New Zealand citizen or Resident Visa Holder?