Class 5 Driver - Tokoroa

If you are a Class 5 truck driver, with a minimum of 2 years' class 5 driving experience then we have a permanent full-time role that might interest you.

We are currently looking for experienced class 5 drivers for our wet side of the business servicing the meat industry, located in Tokoroa area. Therefore, having experience driving surrounding roads and transporting animal by-products would be advantageous.  This role is usually five - six days a week, so flexibility is a must to meet the business requirements. 

Here at Emmerson, we offer you more than just a job. We invite you to become part of a successful team that works together like a family. We take good care of our customers and each other, all while enjoying the benefits that come from being one of the best transport companies on the road. You’ll also enjoy a work environment that’s built on respect and the opportunities to grow and succeed. Imagine working side by side with some of the best, most experienced truckers in the industry. We focus on finding the best and then keeping them happy.

We hire the best talent out there, we pay them well, provide them with comprehensive benefit package, including growing their career & treat them well. With us YOU ARE NOT A NUMBER.

Ideally, you will have the following:

* A desire to work positively in a team environment.
* A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Class 5 Driver
* Bulk tipping experience (truck and trailer)
* Current, valid Class 5 heavy vehicle license
* Hold an OSH Certified Fork Hoist License
* Knowledge of road safety and compliance
* Must have great health and safety awareness and be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
* Excellent customer service
* The ability and willingness to transport animal by-products. 
* The experience and ability to drive and competently reverse a truck and trailer curtain slider. 
* The ability to drive a Road Ranger Gearbox truck.
* To be able to base yourself in Tokoroa or surrounding districts.
* Able to work both days & nights (shift work).
* The ability to work in New Zealand.

What we offer:

• Family workplace environment. 
• Southern Cross Wellbeing One Health Insurance.
• Competitive commencing wage plus a generous employee recognition program. 
• Career progression. 

Here at Emmerson, we offer you more than just a job. We invite you to become part of a successful team that works together like a family. We take good care of our customers and each other, all while enjoying the benefits that come from being one of the best transport companies on the road. You’ll also enjoy a work environment that’s built on respect and the opportunities to grow and succeed. Imagine working side by side with some of the best, most experienced truckers in the industry. We focus on finding the best and then keeping them happy.

Just a couple of things worth a mention:

• Due to the fast nature of Emmerson Transport Ltd, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
• Emmerson Transport Ltd operates an in-house model so no agency introductions, please.
• Due to the number of applicants, regretfully we will only respond to the successful applicants.