Driver - Class 2

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WM New Zealand is seeking a Class 2 driver for full-time onsite work in New Plymouth, operating trucks for collections across Taranaki. The role is physical, involves sorting glass and food, with early starts and a focus on health and safety, accurate records and vehicle checks. You should hold a clean Class 2 NZ licence with relevant experience and be customer focused, able to work independently or with others. Benefits include a guaranteed 40 hour week, $31 per hour with annual reviews, and truck technology. To apply, click I'm interested; apply early as there is no fixed closing date; you must be in NZ with valid work visa or residency; WM is an EEO and drug-free workplace.

Company Description

About us

WM New Zealand Limited is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling, and waste management, provider. We’re committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment through sustainable management of our valuable resources. Put simply, sustainability is what we do.

Job Description

About the role

As a driver, you will be responsible for operating one of our new trucks with up-to-date equipment to ensure a safe and timely collection of service throughout the Taranaki region. These trucks are dual steering and require collections while driving standing up on the left hand side.

You’ll also be required to keep accurate records and paperwork and undertake vehicle safety checks.

This is a physical role, collecting/sorting glass as well as food, so you will need to have a reasonable level of fitness. Early starts in all weather work environment.

From previous experience, you’ll already know the importance of health and safety in the workplace, and contribute to our goal of making sure everyone gets home safely.

Qualifications

About you

You are customer-focused and enjoy interacting with customers and colleagues. You’re comfortable working independently and pulling together as part of the team.

• A clean and up to date Class 2 New Zealand driver’s licence
• Relevant driving experience
• Aware, responsible and skilled 

Additional Information

What's in for me 

• Guaranteed 40 hour week and job security
• Valid and rewarding career path
• Latest Technology on board trucks
• Competitive hourly rate - $31 with yearly performance reviews

How to apply? 

To apply for this role click "I'm interested"

Please note - we do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply early.

WM is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces. 

You must be in New Zealand and hold a current work visa/residency or NZ citizenship.