Class 5 Linehaul Driver

About Us

We’re a team of 14,000 who make sure South Islanders have access to the groceries and essentials they need. Proudly 100% Kiwi-owned and operated, our co-operative has more than 200 PAK’nSAVE, New World, Four Square, Raeward Fresh and On the Spot stores feeding the South Island.

We value being at the heart of our communities, like we’ve always been, to make the South Island a better place – for today and for many generations to come. From sunny Golden Bay all the way to Stewart Island, there’s a Foodstuffs store serving you and your whānau. 
Our success is down to our people who bring their skills, experience, passion, and expertise to make Foodies an amazing and rewarding place to work. Our co-op has a wide variety of roles to offer, and endless opportunities for development.

Our Values

At Foodstuffs South Island, together we drive success to be our best and care for our whānau. We recognise that it takes a collective effort to achieve success, and we thrive on fostering a culture of collaboration to drive innovation and embracing challenges as a united team. We are committed to supporting our people, and to positively impact the lives of South Islanders every day.
 

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity within TSI, for a suitable qualified Class 5 driver to join our Dunedin team. This role will suit someone who is looking to advance their career within the transport industry, who is organised, able to work to deadlines and thrive when faced with a challenge. Your day-to-day responsibilities include:

• To deliver all goods loaded onto your vehicle within the expected timeframe
• Promoting the professional image of the company to other staff and clients
• To provide or assist with the loading and or/unloading of your vehicle at any site when required
• Ensure that all cargo is carefully checked against paperwork, temperatures are checked (where applicable) and the load is securely restrained
• A mix of yard duties and driving dependent on daily requirements

Key skills/attributes:

• Class 5 Linehaul experience essential
• Be able to work well within a team
• Must have DG endorsement
• Must have OSH forklift certificate as a minimum, however preference would be given to people with a F endorsement
• Customer focused

Starting rate: $31.50+ dependent on experience.

What we offer

• Our distribution center has free carparking and an in-house café. 
• We’re committed to equitable outcomes, and we offer additional paid parental leave, free period products and financial health checks to name a few.
• We support your wellbeing with Southern Cross health insurance for you and your family after a qualifying period, discounts at local gyms, and access to online wellbeing tools.
• You can access Enhanced leave; Lifestyle leave and sick leave from day one of joining the Foodies team.
• We offer continuous learning and professional growth, as well as access to our extensive online training library and endless opportunities.
• We’re proud of our supportive team environment, and our positive and friendly culture that’s made fun by social events!

We are an alcohol and drug free workplace. Pre-employment checks include drug & alcohol testing and health assessment. 

How to Apply

Ready to take on the challenge? We'd love to hear from you – apply now. If you have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team at [email protected].

Applications Close: 7th November 2024