Hastings, New Zealand On-site Full-time

Waste Management is hiring a Team Leader Driver

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate driver schedules, ensuring pre-operation vehicle inspections are completed and routes begin on time, including managing coverage during absences.
  • Develop and manage driver rosters while supporting daily operational planning with the Operations Supervisor.
  • Perform relief driving duties across assigned routes, including handling loading and unloading tasks as needed.
  • Keep precise records, finalize required paperwork, and use designated systems to support operations.
  • Ensure all vehicles are clean, well-maintained, and meet safety and operational requirements.
  • Uphold strong customer service standards and adherence to company protocols, including fatigue risk controls.
  • Support efforts to meet monthly branch targets for health, safety, environment, and quality performance.
  • Organize and schedule preventive maintenance and repairs to reduce operational downtime.
  • Assist the Operations Manager in enhancing service quality and resolving day-to-day operational challenges promptly.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation, continuous training, and career advancement opportunities within an established organization.

Compensation

competitive pay

Work Arrangement

On-site

Other

  • Work may include public holidays as needed.
  • Applicants must reside in New Zealand and possess a valid work visa, residency status, or New Zealand citizenship.
  • The company enforces drug and alcohol-free workplace policies.
  • There are no fixed closing dates; applications are assessed upon receipt.

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Waste Management
WM New Zealand is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling, and waste management provider.
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Job Details
Category management
Posted a month ago