APPLICANT MUST HAVE CURRENT WORKING RIGHT TO WORK IN NZ.

No visa sponsorships are available.

Fresh Connection specialises in bringing together the food service industry and quality fresh produce straight from the growers. We’re ‘the little big guys’ - large enough to reliably supply and distribute across New Zealand, yet small enough to be flexible and nimble in delivering ‘hands on’ service and innovative custom solutions. We are passionate produce specialist who have been around for more the 25 years.

We are looking for an experienced Class 1 Driver to care for and service customers through the Mid and Upper North Island, including the Auckland region.

Shift days: Monday to Saturday
Shift Hours: Start times vary depending on which run you are allocated. Start times are between 1am - 4am, finishing between 9am - 12pm. Flexibility with start and finish times will be beneficial.

Role & Responsbilities:

Drive Class 1 vehicles to deliver produce on various runs ranging from Upper North Island down to Taupo and surrounding areas in Auckland in a safe and timely manner
Load, unload, and secure cargo as necessary, following safety protocols
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure roadworthiness
Maintain cleanliness and basic maintenance of the vehicle as needed
Communicate effectively with the operations team for any changes or issues during transportation
Adhering to delivery schedules and routes
Maintaining accurate records of deliveries and vehicle activities in the log book
Provide exceptional customer service when interacting with clients during deliveries.

Requirements:

Reliability and punctuality is key.
A New Zealand full clean Class 1 Driving Licence (must) and forklift licence will be advantageous.
Good knowledge of Auckland is a must and other areas within the North Island would be advantageous.
Good conversational English for an effective conversation – read, write and speak
Dedicated to excellent customer service
Ability to work unsupervised
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including heavy lifting to deliver our products
Enjoy being a team player

What we can offer:

Competitive remuneration.
Staff discount to purchase fresh fruit, vegetables and other products directly from us.
A uniform is provided with relevant personal protective equipment.
A New Zealand business who it reputable, diverse and inclusive.

We look forward to hearing how you could make a difference at our workplace!

Fresh Connection

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