Job Role: Class 5 Heavy Transporter Operator
Job Type: Contract or Temp
Location: Canterbury
Category: Transport / Logistics / Drivers
Sub-Category: Driver
Description:
About the Company:
Our client is a well-established industry leader in Asphalt and Chipseal services, proudly serving both residential and commercial clients across the South Island. With over a decade of proven experience and two strategic locations – from Canterbury to Central Otago – they’ve built a strong reputation for delivering quality results with a customer-first approach.
What sets this company apart is its commitment to doing things right the first time. From small driveways to large-scale commercial projects, every job is approached with care, precision, and a can-do attitude.
Their fleet of modern, well-maintained equipment means you’ll always have the right tools for the job – and the support of a skilled, safety-focused team that truly takes pride in what they do.
If you’re looking to be part of a down-to-earth, professional crew where hard work is recognised and every day brings something different, this is the place for you. Come be part of a company where quality, safety, and teamwork are more than just words – they’re the foundation of everything they do.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and proven Class 5 driver from within the New Zealand civil construction industry. This position requires a skilled driver who can safely and efficiently handle the loading and unloading of various heavy plant and machinery in diverse environments and locations. The job is expected to provide approximately 40-50 hours of work per week, operating from Monday to Friday, with some weekend work as needed. Shift hours will vary, so reliability and an early start are essential.
What’s Required:
– Full Class 5 Licence (with WTR endorsement)
– BESS Registration (an advantage)
– Class 2 Pilot’s Licence (an advantage)
– Proven experience in transporting heavy and oversized plant equipment
– Confident in reversing a truck and trailer, managing jack-knifing, and using a road ranger gearbox
– Experience with tipping and spreading
– A strong work ethic, reliability, and a positive, can-do attitude
– A flexible mindset, willing to assist with various operations and tasks
– Comfortable working on civil and residential sites across metro and regional areas
– A strong commitment to Health and Safety
How to Apply:
Does this sound like you? If so, apply online now with your up-to-date CV. Applicants must be based in New Zealand, have the right to work full-time, and pass pre-employment drug and criminal checks.
Steve Deans
VIPeople Senior Recruiter | Building, Civil and Trades Sectors
