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Fulton Hogan

Truck Driver

  • Posted 5d ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Cromwell

Job Description

Role Title: Truck Driver

Location: Central Otago - Cromwell

Contract Type: Permanent- Full Time


Nau mai haere mai ki tā mātou whānau |Welcome to our Fulton Hogan Family


Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of the opportunities, taking responsibility, having a crack, being accountable and making it happen. We live by our REAL values – Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude, Leadership – and we demonstrate these through the good work we do, every day, as one team.

We need a Keen and Motivated Truck Driver to join the Fulton Hogan team based at Parkburn Quarry.


As a Truck Driver, you will play a key role in delivering bulk products to our extensive customer base within the Central Otago region as well as chip sealing and other truck driving duties.


Good Work equals Good Benefits


  • Medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones up to 7%.
  • Fuel discount card.
  • Family scholarships.
  • Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities.
  • Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.


At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us.


We’re looking for someone with:


You will have a minimum of a full Class 5 licence and be experienced with truck and trailer work.  A positive attitude to a Living Safely work environment and a commitment to delivering a quality service are also required.


The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following:


  • Be a team player and take pride in your work
  • WTR endorsements an advantage but not essential
  • Sound communication and interpersonal skills
  • Understanding of and compliance with NZ Transport Regulations
  • A good attitude towards maintenance and care of machinery
  • A systematic approach, good organization, planning and problem-solving skills
  • Experience working in a construction environment


Creating, Connecting and caring for the community


Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives, while at a regional and national level we provide financial support, skills and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment, and regenerate healthy new ecosystems. We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry and show customers lower-impact, sustainable ways of delivering infrastructure.


Learn more about us: Homepage - Fulton Hogan and make an application to join our growing industry.


All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Truck Driving
  • NZ Transport Regulations Compliance
  • Trailer Operation

Desired Soft Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Organization
  • Positive Attitude

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🩺 Health Insurance
  • 💼 Life Insurance
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 📣 Referral Bonuses
  • 🏆 Performance Bonus
  • 🔥 Company Discounts
  • ⛽ Vehicle/Fuel Card
  • 💻 Company Supplied Technology
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  • 💰 Wage Equality
  • 🏃 Women Leadership
  • 🌏 Sustainability Policy
  • 🗣 Support Services for Employees
  • 🙌 Community Focused
  • 👪 Family Friendly
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