Class 5 Driver – Heavy Machinery Transport

Job ID 22950930
Bay of Plenty, Whakatāne
Full-time
Listed on 24 Oct 2025

About this job

We’re looking for an experienced Class 5 driver to join our team transporting heavy machinery such as diggers, rollers, and other plant equipment.

You’ll be responsible for:

- Safely transporting heavy plant and machinery between sites - Operating and securing loads on low loaders and transporters - Carrying out correct load restraints and pre-trip checks - Hooking up and unhooking machinery as needed

To Apply: Send an updated relevant CV and Cover letter to Hori.Kingi010@msd.govt.nz

Job Requirements

To be successful, you’ll need: - A current Class 5 licence and proven experience with heavy machinery transport - Confidence using low loaders and load restraint systems - Strong awareness of safety and care for equipment - Reliability and a good attitude to teamwork - Must pass a full medical & Pre-employment drug test.

Days of work
Monday - Friday (30 hours per week)
Pay Details
TBD
Job Category
Truck Drivers
Career Level
Intermediate (2 - 4 years)
Driver Licence
Full
(Class 1) - Car Licence, (Class 2) - Medium Rigid Vehicle Licence, (Class 3) - Medium Combination Vehicle Licence, (Class 4) - Heavy Rigid Vehicle Licence, (Class 5) - Heavy Combination Vehicle Licence
Pre-employment drug test required
Yes

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