Courier Contractor

About New Zealand Couriers
New Zealand Couriers have been helping Kiwis get their deliveries sorted since 1964. We are a nationwide team of over 1,100 people and we deliver tens of millions of parcels a year. We are committed, we know our stuff and we’re proud to serve the communities we work in.

About the opportunity
New Zealand Couriers is seeking a motivated and reliable Courier Contractor (owner driver) to take on an established courier run in [your area]. This is your chance to operate your own business with the backing of a trusted national brand.

With steady freight volumes and an existing customer base, this role offers the opportunity to build strong, consistent earnings through great service and efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Collecting and delivering parcels on a designated daily run


• Providing professional, friendly customer service


• Managing time and workload to meet delivery targets


• Scanning and tracking freight accurately

What’s on offer

• Established run with regular customers


• Set payment dates


• Support from an experienced team


• Training and onboarding provided


• Be your own boss and grow your income

About you

• Self-motivated and reliable


• Strong time management and organisational skills


• Good knowledge of the local area


• Customer-focused with a positive attitude


• Physically fit (regular lifting involved)

Requirements

• Full, clean NZ driver licence


• A suitable late-model van (or ability to obtain one)


• Ability to pass a criminal history, police vetting and credit check


• Must be domiciled in New Zealand with the appropriate working rights

Why join New Zealand Couriers?
As part of the Freightways Group, New Zealand Couriers has been delivering across Aotearoa for decades. We provide the systems, support, and brand strength — you bring the drive to succeed.

For more information, you can view our website - http://www.nzcouriers.co.nz/our_roles.html#role_detail_contract_driver

Apply now to secure this opportunity and take the next step toward running your own courier business.