KT Cartage is seeking an experienced and reliable Class 5 HIAB & Fly Jib Operator to join our team. If you’re a confident operator who values safety, takes pride in precision work, and enjoys variety in your day, this is a great opportunity to be part of a professional and growing operation.

KT Cartage is based out of Ngatea but services Waikato, BOP and Auckland.

About the Role:
This role involves operating a Class 5 truck with HIAB and fly jib, handling a wide range of deliveries and lifts. Work includes steelwork installation, glass transport, roofing products, frames and trusses, as well as portable buildings and tiny home transport. We specialise in over-dimensional transport, so attention to detail and confidence in handling challenging loads is essential.

The position includes occasional overnight trips, but you’ll generally be home Monday to Friday, providing a solid work-life balance.

Truck can possibly be based anywhere in the Waikato for the right applicant.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Safe operation of Class 5 truck with HIAB with and without fly jib
  • Transporting and placing a variety of loads with care and accuracy
  • Confidently reversing trailers in tight or complex sites
  • Operating both semi-trailer and full-trailer units
  • Ensuring compliance with over-dimensional transport regulations
  • Performing pre-start checks and basic maintenance
  • Completing all documentation accurately
  • Maintaining clear communication with clients, site crews, and dispatch

What We’re Looking For:

  • Full Class 5 driver’s licence
  • Current HIAB certification
  • Proven experience with semi and full trailer combinations
  • Strong reversing and load placement skills
  • Experience with overdimensional loads (preferred)
  • Solid understanding of health and safety practices
  • Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently
  • Professional attitude and good communication skills

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • A modern fleet of well-maintained gear including some of the largest Fassi units in the Country.
  • Supportive and experienced team
  • Variety of work across different industries
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

If you’re looking for a role that offers variety, quality equipment, and the chance to work on specialised transport jobs, we want to hear from you.