Class 5 Driver

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Team Global Express NZ delivers freight forwarding, end-to-end transport services, and comprehensive logistics solutions to customers operating in New Zealand from Kaitaia to Invercargill.

We're on the hunt for a Class 5 Linehaul Driver to join our Palmerston North branch to assist with customer deliveries.

Shift: Monday – Friday, 7pm – 4.30am

About the role - Mō te tūranga

This role will be responsible to assist with the timely safe handling of freight for the company to achieve their target delivery goals. Holding your Class 5 license with D&G and F endorsements are crucial to being able to fulfil this role successfully.

What you'll do:

• Load and unload freight safely by hand, or with forklift when required. 

• Ensure freight is handled without damage. 

• Scan all freight. If you touch it, scan it. 

• Deliver and pickup on time and in full. 

• Actively participate in all safety processes and procedures 

• Always operate your vehicle in a safe and legal manner. 

• Take pride in your vehicle by always keeping it clean and tidy - inside and out. 

What will you bring? – Ōu Pūkenga?

• Clean Full NZ Class 5 License - must have
• Dangerous Good Endorsement - must have
• Forklift License with OSH cert - must have
• Customer-focused attitude
• Communication and teamwork skills
• Experience driving on New Zealand roads

Your Benefits - Ō Painga

• A place where we put our people first with priority to promote from within.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates different points of view.
• Career progression opportunities and long-term employment. 
• Be part of a multinational business with opportunities across the Trans-Tasman
• A national commitment to attaining the highest standards in HSE through best practise.

How to apply - Me pēhea te tono

If this role sounds like something for you then please click "apply"… we want to hear from you!

To be considered, you must be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and Drug/Alcohol Testing. (Medical Assessment for safety critical roles)

Team Global Express is an Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace.

Applicants must be eligible to work in NZ effective immediately.