Class 4/5 Driver experienced with transporting, loading and unloading various heavy construction materials using a Hiab or Palfinger. Experience slinging loads up to or above 20 tonne, would be ideal, even better if you hold unit standards 30072 and 16617.
- Long Term Work
- Monday to Friday
- Whangarei Location
Full Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced and reliable Class 4/5 Driver to join our client's team on the night shift. Ideally, we are after a Class 5 operator with unit standards 30072 and 16617 responsible for transporting heavy construction materials to and from our client sites. You will complete vehicle pre-checks daily, securing loads and completing delivery and keeping accurate paperwork.
The Role – Your Day-to-Day
- Dayshift role.
- Daily vehicle pre-check.
- Move vehicles when required both manual & automatic.
- Loading, stropping down, transporting and delivering load to drop off site.
- Accurately position vehicles for loading and safely manoeuvre in loading bays and confined spaces.
- Ensure all load restraint requirements are met.
- Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety and compliance throughout every movement.
What You’ll Bring
- A valid Class 4/5 driver licence.
- Able to operate both manual (road ranger) and automatic gearshifts
- Ideally hold unit standards 30072 and 16617,
although a Class 4 operator with proven Hiab experience will be considered.
- A sound understanding of load restraint and safe load-securing practices is a must.
- A team-focused attitude and the ability to work collaboratively with another driver.
- Solid attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and a reliable, self-motivated approach.
- The ability to work with minimal supervision.
Essential Requirements
- Hold a valid Class 4/5 driver licence.
- Be confident using both a road ranger and automatic gearshift
- Be confident and experienced in reversing, flat decks, semi-trailers into loading docks and confined spaces.
- Be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
- Criminal convictions considered on a case-by-case basis. A history of theft, violence, or drug-related convictions are ineligible for this position.
- Provide a contactable manager or supervisor for a reference check.
TLH Recruitment is an Australian-owned business established in 2009. We recruit across Australia and New Zealand, specialising in the Construction, Trades, Transport, Manufacturing, Warehouse and Logistics industries. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and genuine candidate care.