Driver - General

About Us

Waste Management NZ Limited is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling and waste management provider. We’re committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment through sustainable management of our valuable resources.  Put simply, sustainability is what we do.

We are leaders in the transport industry in NZ and recently announced our move to electric trucks as part of our commitment to sustainability: https://youtu.be/UZh-uEkrVag

About The Role

We have full time work opportunities for motivated Class 2 and Class 4 Drivers to join our friendly and supportive team based in Penrose.

If you are experienced Driver or looking for a change in your position please let us know. There is more to collecting waste than what you might think, our trucks are set up with modern technologies and we all take pride in delivering an essential service to local residents and business. 

We can offer you;

• A place on our fast growing team where your safety and compliance with driving rules is paramount.   This includes Fatigue Management, regulations.
• Ongoing training and development
• A feeling of pride in delivering an essential service to our community and working for an organisation that is innovative and value focussed.
•  Competitive hourly rates with consistent hours of work.
• Latest technologies on board trucks.

Skills and experience

To be successful in this role you need to hold valid Heavy Rigid (HR) (AUS), valid Class 2 or Class 4 (NZ) Licence with relevant driving experience. 

Relevant transport industry knowledge and experience alongside mechanical aptitude are desired for the ideal candidate. You will need to be physically fit and have a ‘can do’ attitude with the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.

Benefits

In return we offer you an opportunity to be part of a great team committed to providing a comprehensive one stop service to meet a broad range of facility, waste, recycling and industrial needs of our clients.

How to Apply

Please note: we do not always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering applications as they are received so we encourage you to apply early. 

If you believe you have the skills and experience to be a part of this exciting and growing business, please click “apply now”. Please submit your application through this website or our company website.

WM is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol free workplaces. Only applications from those with the legal right and ability to work in New Zealand will be considered.