Wellington Owner Driver

WELLINGTON OWNER DRIVER

At Smartways, we're more than just your standard transport company.

We're a logistics company dedicated to providing time-critical, complex solutions to the New Zealand healthcare community. We support some of the world's largest healthcare providers and pride ourselves on doing "whatever it takes" to deliver positive patient outcomes — because one failed delivery is one too many.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Every Smartways service contributes to a positive patient outcome. To support growth, we are seeking a Wellington based owner driver who’ll perform runs to regional hospitals.

Run: Palmerston North Run

·         6:00am- Wellington

·         8:30am- Palmerston North

·         9:30am- Whanganui

·         12:30pm- Wellington

(Timings above are approximate, flexibility is required)

This is a fast-paced, varied role where no two days are the same. A typical day will include:

·         Collecting and delivering medical inventory on time and in full

·         Building and maintaining relationships with customers (new and existing)

·         Working closely with other Smartways team members

·         Proactively managing the return of loaned medical equipment

·         Preparing freight for transport via third-party carriers within the wider Smartways network

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Our ideal candidate is driven to deliver an excellent customer experience and understands the importance of their role in patient care.

You will bring:

·         Strong knowledge of the Hamilton region and ability to determine optimal routes

·         A reliable work ethic and team-first mindset

·         Confidence using technology, including phones and basic computer systems

·         Excellent customer service skills with great attention to detail

·         Clear written and verbal communication skills

·         Availability to work overtime

WHAT TOOLS ARE REQUIRED?

To be successful in this role, you will need:

·         White, late model, minimum 2 Tonne van

·         A Limited Liability Company

·         A valid and clean NZ driver's licence

·         The legal right to work within New Zealand

·         Willingness to complete a police check and driver history check

·         To operate the contracted vehicle yourself (no subcontracting or third-party supply)

·         Available to start ASAP

WHY JOIN US?

·         Company phone, uniform and vehicle branding provided with no joining fees

·         Training and ongoing support from a well-established 3PL with best-in-class IT systems

·         Competitive rates with opportunities to increase earnings through after-hours and out-of-town work

·         The opportunity to be part of a growing business making a real difference to patients