Container Hoist & Truck Driver
Company
Qube
Location
Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
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Job Description
What’s in it for you?Weekly pay + KiwiSaver + Free health insuranceOperate powerful container hoists up to 45,000kgFull on-the-job training and ongoing supportWhat You'll Be DoingOperate serious heavy machinery - container hoists up to 45,000kg and a class 5 trucksMoving containers safely and efficiently around the yardLoading, unloading and driving trucksCommunicating with the team via RTWorking between the Hamilton depot and CT site working to achieve daily operational targetsMaintaining Qube’s commitment to a zero-harm safety cultureHours Monday–Friday, 7:00am–5:00pm and Saturday as required, 7:00am–12:00pmLocation Te Rapa, HamiltonWhat You'll BringFull Class 5 licence with a clean driving recordExperience operating heavy vehicles, trucks or machineryFlexible in your working environment across sitesStrong reliability, attendance and punctualityA positive attitude and team-focused approachRequirementsPass a pre-employment medical and drug testMOJ criminal history checkLegal right to work in New ZealandWhy Qube? At Qube, you'll enjoy steady full-time hours, weekly pay and support from day one. We invest in our people through hands-on training and provide a safe, team-focused environment where reliability and hard work are recognised and rewarded.Apply Now Ready to get behind the controls? Click Apply and upload your CV today.Have questions before applying? Call 0800 SCS JOBS (0800 727 5627) for a chat.
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What is the minimum wage for truck drivers in New Zealand from 1 April 2026?
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment sets the adult minimum wage at NZ$24.50 per hour from 1 April 2026 for all drivers including truck and delivery roles. Drivers must receive at least this rate for the first 40 hours per week, with time-and-a-half for hours worked between 40 and 60. Starting 1 April 2026, the rate applies to all new and existing employment agreements without exception.
Do overseas drivers need a specific visa to work as truck drivers in New Zealand in 2026?
Immigration New Zealand requires drivers from outside New Zealand to hold either an Accredited Employer Work Visa or a Straight to Residence visa under the transport sector if the role is on the Green List. Applicants must have a job offer from an accredited employer paying at least NZ$29.66 per hour before lodging the visa application. The visa allows up to three years of work with the option to apply for residence after two years of continuous employment.
What driver licence class is required for heavy vehicle jobs in New Zealand?
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency mandates a Class 2 licence for rigid trucks over 4,500 kg and a Class 4 or 5 licence for combination vehicles over 18,000 kg. Drivers must also hold a current dangerous goods endorsement if carrying hazardous loads and complete the 40-hour logbook training course. The licence must be renewed every five years with a medical certificate dated no older than 24 months.
How many hours can drivers legally work per week in New Zealand in 2026?
The Employment Relations Act limits standard driver working hours to 40 hours per week spread over no more than five days. Any hours above 40 must be paid at 1.5 times the ordinary rate, and drivers cannot exceed 11 hours of driving time in any 24-hour period under NZTA work-time rules. Employers must provide at least two consecutive days off each week.
