We pride ourselves on providing the best in innovative transport and warehousing solutions delivered safely and efficiently. And we need more great team players to join this all-star group across the North Island. We are looking for people to join our team in the following areas:
Based in Hamilton, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Class 5 Driver with flat deck and tipper truck and trailer experience. Working alongside our business partner GMS, this role involves linehaul runs between Auckland, Hamilton, Rotorua, Taupo and New Plymouth.
What does the job involve?
• Monday to Friday work, with occasional Saturdays
• Occasional overnight stays as required
• Operating 8×4 Scania’s with a variety of trailer units, including 5-axle ejecting, 5-axle tipping and quad semi- trailers
You will need to be confident working unsupervised, have strong communication skills to assist with weekly scheduling. This role also requires you to be tech-savvy, as we use electronic logbooks, EROAD systems, paperless job dispatching via tablets.
You must be capable of reversing and manoeuvring in tight or challenging sites. No jackknife tipping over drawbar required, trailers are disconnected when unloading truck due to the nature of material transported and high cube capacity designed units.
Applicants with flat deck experience will be given preference.
Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Why join the team at Symons?
With a passion for trucks, Graham Symons established Symons Transport in 1984, based in Taranaki. From a small farm shed and one truck over 40 years ago, we have now grown into one of the leaders in our industry here in New Zealand and are working for some of the country’s most reputable companies.
As Symons Group grows, we have developed services that deliver a one-stop-shop solution. This encompasses four successful business units: Transport, Energy, Warehouse & Purpose-Built Facilities, and Waste Remediation Services. As such, we can provide an integrated supply chain to our clients, tailored to their business requirements.
And what has made us successful and continues to drive our growth? Simple. Our people.
Sound a bit like you? Then hit “Apply Now”
Apply NowSymons Group is a family-owned Taranaki business providing a wide range of transport and warehousing services including, among others, the oil and gas industry and bulk transportation of food products. We are renowned for keeping the smiles on customers’ faces through our customer-first focus, utilising world class equipment, continuously improving systems, and boasting a motivated and highly skilled team.
Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
