Driver - DAF 8 wheeler

Class 5 Driver – Variety, Great Equipment, Great Team

Christchurch

Drive our modern DAF 8 wheeler space cab unit

At Mackleys, we keep New Zealand moving.

As one of New Zealand's leading transport and logistics companies, we deliver freight safely, professionally and on time. With operations across the country and a reputation built over decades, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

We're looking for an experienced Class 5 Driver to join our Christchurch team.

This is a varied role that offers plenty of diversity. Depending on operational requirements, you could be involved in pre-cast transport, general freight, local deliveries, linehaul work as well as over dimensional work.

If you're an experienced driver who enjoys variety, takes pride in your work and wants to be part of a professional team, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

No two days are quite the same. Your work may include:

• Transporting pre-cast concrete products safely and efficiently.
• General freight deliveries across the Christchurch region.
• Local metro work and linehaul assignments.
• Loading, securing and transporting a wide variety of freight.
• Representing Mackleys professionally with customers every day.
• Completing pre-start checks and ensuring your vehicle is presented to a high standard.
• Working safely and following company and customer procedures at all times.

What we're looking for

• A current New Zealand Class 5 Driver Licence.
• 5 plus years class 5 heavy transport experience.
• Experience with pre-cast or general freight transport.
• Forklift licence and OSH endorsement (advantageous but not essential).
• Confidence using technology and learning new systems.
• A strong commitment to health and safety.
• Great customer service and communication skills.
• Pride in maintaining your truck and equipment.
• Reliability, punctuality and a positive, team-focused attitude.

What's in it for you?

• Guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Weekly pay.
• Quarterly team incentives and social events.
• A stable, full-time role with one of New Zealand's leading transport companies.
• Modern equipment and a diverse range of work that keeps every week interesting.
• A supportive team that values safety, professionalism and doing the job right.

Ready to get behind the wheel?

If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same and you can put your Class 5 skills to good use across a variety of transport work, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of a team that's proud to deliver for our customers and each other every day.

To be considered for this role, you must already have the legal right to work in New Zealand. We do not have an AEWV job token available for this position and are therefore unable to support a new work visa application.