Careers

Symons Is Growing So We Are Hiring Now!

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:

Truck Driver, Class 5 Bulk Tipper, Flat Deck (New Plymouth, Taranaki)

Symons Transport is a fast-paced business with a wide variety of work, and we’re looking for a Class 5 tipper driver who’s up for that variety. This isn’t a role for someone who wants to do the same run every day. We want someone who’s happy to jump in wherever they’re needed and get the job done.

You’ll be operating high capacity tip units, carting a mix of products across a range of jobs. We’re specifically looking for tipper experience, but this role isn’t limited to tipping alone. You’ll also be called on to support other areas of the business as needed, so someone comfortable moving between different types of work will do well here. The work includes line haul movements, so you’ll need to be comfortable being away from home a couple of nights a week when required.

Flat deck experience is an additional advantage, but what matters most to us is attitude. We want a team player who takes pride in the job no matter what they’re driving, and who’s easy to work alongside.

The role:
• Operating high capacity tip units, carting a mix of products
• Supporting other areas of the fleet as needed, beyond tipper work alone
• Completing line haul movements, including a couple of nights away from home each week when required
• Flat deck experience an advantage
• Maintaining a clean, well-presented vehicle, with daily inspections and defect reporting
• Driving to a high standard, following NZTA rules and Symons policies and procedures
• Dealing with customers, the public and colleagues politely and professionally
• Following health and safety policies to keep the workplace safe
• Using technology to accurately record work and use of E-Log Books
• Being well presented, a good communicator, and paying attention to detail

This position is only available to applicants currently residing in New Zealand with valid New Zealand work rights.

Please ensure you include a copy of your CV or a description of your work history in your application; applications without this will not be viewed. If having trouble uploading CV, please email your cv to kyla@symonsgroup.co.nz

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Class 5 Driver Flat Deck Specialist

• Are you a proficient and experienced Class 5 heavy vehicle operator with strong flat deck skills?
• Do you like the challenge of over-dimensional loads?
• Are you confident in load restraint, vehicle control, and reversing into tight spaces?
• Do you take pride in doing the job right the first time, every time?

If you’re nodding “yes”, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

We are seeking a highly experienced and capable Class 5 Flat Deck Driver/Operator to join our team based in Bell Block. This is a full-time, permanent position, working with a modern fleet and a supportive, professional team.

You will be responsible for transporting general freight with a strong focus on flat deck operations. This role requires a high level of competency, precision, and professionalism, particularly in load restraint, manoeuvring, and site access.

Interested? This is what you’ll do:

• Operating Class 5 vehicles across flat deck movements
• Safely and efficiently restraining loads to a high standard, ensuring full compliance at all times
• Confidently reversing and manoeuvring in tight or restricted spaces, including customer sites
• Prioritising safety and compliance at all times while completing load plans.
• Maintain a clean and well-presented fleet of vehicles, daily inspection of vehicles and reporting of any defects or damage
• Drive in an exemplary manner, following NZTA rules and regulations
• Liaise with all customers, members of the public and work colleagues politely and professionally at all times
• Comply with health and safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe workplace
• Have good time management skills and be able to follow instructions/directions well
• Confidence in using technology, including tablets.
• Be a well-presented team player with excellent communication skills and attention to detail

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum 2+ years’ Class 5 driving experience, with proven flat deck expertise
• Strong, hands-on experience with load restraint and transport compliance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to reverse and manoeuvre confidently in tight or challenging environments
• A proficient, reliable, and safety-focused approach to all tasks
• Over-dimensional load experience (advantageous)

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive remuneration
• Engaging variety of work
• A supportive employment environment
• Work for an extremely compliant company

We’re looking for someone who is not just experienced, but highly competent and takes pride in their craft—especially when it comes to safe load handling and precision driving. Our drivers play a key role in delivering exceptional service and maintaining our strong reputation.

We aim to always exceed customer expectations by providing high-quality staff who genuinely care about the standard of service they are delivering.

Click apply now if these opportunities sound like you!

Please ensure you include a copy of your CV or a description of work history to your application, applications without this will not be viewed. If having trouble uploading CV, please email it to kyla@symonsgroup.co.nz

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Class 5 Milk Tanker Drivers - Taranaki and Waikato (Seasonal)

We are seeking skilled Class 5 tanker drivers to support our increased workload.

Job Details:

  • Duration: Late August to December
  • Experience: Minimum of two years in tanker or flat deck driving
  • Skills: Excellent relationship-building with clients
  • Trucks based from: Hamilton, Cambridge, Te Awamutu, Tirau, New Plymouth, Hawera and Palmerston North

Benefits:

  • Accommodation: Provided if you need to be based away from your hometown
  • Pay Rate: $29.50/hr to $40.50/hr + holiday pay

Responsibilities:

  • Prioritise safety and compliance, complete load plans, and daily logs
  • Maintain a clean and well-presented fleet
  • Drive responsibly, adhering to NZTA rules and Symons Transport policies
  • Communicate professionally with customers, the public, and colleagues
  • Follow health and safety policies
  • Manage time efficiently and follow instructions accurately
  • Use tablets for recording hours, mileage, and load plans
  • Present yourself well and communicate effectively with attention to detail

Interested? If you’re ready for this exciting opportunity, please fill out the form via the Apply Now button below.

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​Symons 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.

What We Offer

  • The highest quality, well presented trucks
  • Competitive remuneration with incentive schemes, including up to $1200 fleet care bonus (full time, permanent Class 5 Drivers only)
  • Away allowances and referral schemes
  • Engaging variety of work
  • A supportive employment environment
  • Staff social club
  • Free medical and health insurance (full time, permanent staff only)
  • Health and wellness programs including Gym memberships (full time, permanent staff only)
  • Paid day off on your birthday (full time, permanent staff only)

Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.