If you have at least two years of delivery driving experience, a Class 1 driver’s license, and a Class F forklift license, this Monday to Friday position with Fresh Connection offers stable hours and the chance to work in New Zealand’s food service distribution industry. You will start at 4:00 am and finish at 1:00 pm, with the possibility of extra hours on Friday and Saturday mornings for warehouse work. You are a key part of the customer service experience. Every delivery must be correct, at the right temperature, at the right time, and at the right place. You will also work with the warehouse team after your deliveries to prepare orders for the next day. The role suits someone who is reliable, physically fit, approachable, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Food safety and food storage knowledge is essential because you are handling fresh produce that must stay within temperature guidelines.
Who You Will Work For
Fresh Connection brings the food service industry together with quality fresh produce straight from the growers. The company is known for value add foods and describes itself as the little big guys: large enough to reliably supply and distribute across New Zealand, yet small enough to be flexible and nimble with hands on service and innovative custom solutions. Fresh Connection operates six business units in three locations nationwide, working across wholesale distribution and food processing environments. The business runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
What You Will Do Each Day
- Deliver customer orders as per expectations, ensuring the correct order, proper temperature, timely arrival, and accurate placement
- Provide excellent customer service at every delivery point, representing Fresh Connection professionally
- Manage your delivery vehicle, including daily checks, cleanliness, and reporting any maintenance issues
- Complete delivery documentation and confirm all orders have been signed off
- Work with the warehouse team after deliveries to help prepare orders for the next day
- Assist with supply management and stores duties as needed
- Follow all health and safety procedures, including safe driving and proper lifting techniques
What You Need to Qualify
You must have previous delivery driving experience of two years or more. Food safety and food storage knowledge and experience are essential because you will handle perishable goods. Great customer service skills are required, as you are the face of the company to clients. You need to be physically fit for lifting and moving products throughout your shift. A Class 1 driver’s license is mandatory. A Class F forklift license is also required because you will operate a forklift in the warehouse. You must be reliable, approachable, and friendly. You need to be able to work as a team player but also be comfortable working autonomously. A positive and professional attitude is essential. You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. A pre employment drug test may be required.
Pay Rate and Work Conditions
Based on current market rates for delivery drivers in New Zealand with Class 1 and forklift endorsements, the hourly wage typically ranges from 25 to 30 New Zealand dollars per hour. Exact pay will be discussed during the interview process. This is a full time role with standard hours from Monday to Friday, 4:00 am to 1:00 pm. Extra hours may be available on Fridays and Saturday mornings for warehouse work. You will work in a 24/7 business environment but your core schedule is consistent. The role involves both driving and warehouse duties, so variety is guaranteed.
How to Apply
To apply for this delivery driver position at Fresh Connection, submit your CV through the job board where you found this advertisement. Ensure your resume clearly shows your delivery driving experience, your Class 1 license, and your Class F forklift license. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. If you are a reliable, physically fit driver who understands food safety and wants to be part of a nimble, customer focused team, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.