Truck Driver N/S
Company
Hynds Pipe Systems Limited
Location
Pokeno, Waikato, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
37 days ago
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Job Description
Join Hynds as a Concrete/Agi Driver in Pokeno, reporting to the Batch Plant Supervisor. You'll deliver product to schedule across our site teams while keeping your truck clean and road-ready. Flexible hours available, including shifts and Saturdays.Key ResponsibilitiesFollow delivery instructions and deliver orders on timeDrive safely per the road code and Hynds' standardsKeep the truck clean and tidy; assist in the yard as neededFollow all health and safety requirementsWhat You'll BringFull Class 4 NZ driver licence; forklift licence preferred2+ years' experience driving Class 2 or higherUnderstanding of concrete and its handlingStrong safety mindset, good communication, and reliable timekeepingComfortable working independently, in a team, and in confined spacesWho We AreFounded in 1973, Hynds is NZ's premier supplier of wastewater and water-based waste management products for civil and rural infrastructure. Family owned, we're guided by values of putting people first, doing what's right, and connecting with our customers.Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen and criminal history check, and have the legal right to work in NZ.
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What is the minimum hourly rate for starting plumber jobs in New Zealand as of 1 April 2026?
As per the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, the adult minimum wage for plumber jobs in New Zealand is NZ$26.50 per hour from 1 April 2026. This rate applies to all new entrants with no prior experience and includes mandatory time-and-a-half payments for hours worked over 40 per week. Employers must display this rate on all employment agreements for plumbing roles.
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As per Immigration New Zealand, overseas plumbers need a Straight to Residence visa or Accredited Employer Work Visa under the Green List for plumbing occupations as of 2026. Applicants must hold a recognised plumbing qualification and at least three years of verified experience, with visas processed within 45 working days upon submission of a job offer from an accredited employer. The visa allows work for up to three years initially with a pathway to permanent residency after two years.
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As per the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, applicants for licensed plumber jobs must complete a New Zealand Certificate in Plumbing Level 4 and register with the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board by 31 March 2026. A minimum of 8000 hours of supervised practical experience over four years is required before full licensing, with no exceptions for international applicants without NZQA assessment.
Which documents are needed to apply for a plumber job through the official New Zealand employment portal in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, job applications for plumber roles require a current CV, NZQA qualification transcript, Plumbers Board registration certificate, and proof of identity such as a passport. All documents must be uploaded in PDF format to the Work and Income portal by the application deadline, with police vetting completed within 10 working days of offer acceptance.
