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Posted 26 August, 2026

Class 5 Linehaul Truck Driver - New Plymouth

TIMG
New Plymouth, TKI, NZ Full Time
Reference: 89eb4470b98a67e9

Job Description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. You've probably seen our recognisable polar bear logo on trucks going from town to town across our beautiful country. No surprise if you have - Big Chill Distribution is a leader in the storage and express delivery of chilled and frozen products nationwide, with eleven depots strategically positioned throughout New Zealand. We pride ourselves on delivering excellence in transportation services from collection to delivery. About the Role We are looking for anexperienced Class 5 Linehaul Driverbased to join our New Plymouth team. Ideally you will have at least 6 months' experience driving Class 5 as well as experience in temperature-controlled transport, as you will be working with chilled and frozen goods. Being the face of Big Chill out on the roads, you will also bring to our team excellent communication and customer service skills. This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday starting at 6:00pm. Key responsibilities include Delivery and pick up of chilled and frozen products Providing assistance to the Stores team to present product for loading/unloading Collaborating with dispatchers to ensure timely deliveries Compliance in delivery times and temperature control of customer goods About You Qualified Class 5 driver with at least 6 months' experience OSH Forklift Operator certified with experience operating a forklift Experience working in frozen/temperature-controlled environments Demonstrable organisational and time management abilities Committed to delivering exceptional customer service at all times Strong understanding of Health, Safety and Compliance. What can Big Chill offer you? Hourly rate Well-maintained, top-of-the-line vehicles equipped with the latest technology for your safety A supportive team whouplift one another and strive for success A business with over 25 years of industry experience -the opportunity to learn is endless Our Values At Big Chill, our core values are the foundation of everything we do.We are committed to Family and Team, Encouragement, Accountability and Honesty, Image and Brand, and Respect. We support each other to work safely together, empower and encourage people to be their best, take accountability for our actions, are dedicated to exhibiting a positive image, and we have respect for one another. If you're ready to join our team and embark on a rewarding career in transportation, we want to hear from you! The successful candidate will be required to pass a drug test and satisfactory MOJ criminal check and ACC check prior to commencement. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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