Job description

Are you a talented Collections/Loader Driver looking for an exciting new opportunity? Look no further! Smart Environmental is seeking a new team member to join their supportive team in Richmond.

Smart Environmental Limited works on behalf of local councils, businesses, and communities across New Zealand. Acquired by Blue Planet, our mission is to divert waste from landfill, and with a large fleet of collection vehicles and line haul operations, we are committed to driving sustainability for the communities and businesses we serve.

About the role:

Location: Richmond
Hours of work: 40 Hours per week
Days of Work: 5 days per week (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday)

Key Responsibilities

Safely operate company vehicles for recycling and refuse collection services
Operate forklifts and loaders in accordance with safety procedures and guidelines
Conduct daily pre-start and post-operation vehicle inspections
Accurately record and maintain data using EROAD and logbooks

Skills and experience:

Holds a NZ Class 4 driver’s license or equivalent
Experience in driving heavy licensed vehicles, including forklifts and loaders
Wheels, Tracks and Rollers Endorsement
Can work individually and in a team environment
Good communication skills
Confident using technology (phone / tablet)
Good level of fitness as you will be getting in and out of truck multiple times
Clean NZ Driving Record

Benefits

We pride ourselves on our team environment and company culture, can offer a competitive base salary and are committed to safety, training and opportunities for career development. You will be fully trained to operate our vehicles with a focus on safety and efficiency

We want all our workmates to get home safely, this is why our offers of employment are subject to you passing a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening.

Applicant must be a New Zealand Citizen or Resident or already hold a New Zealand Work Visa

If this sounds like the role for you, apply online today!