Container Hoist & Truck Driver
Company
Qube
Location
Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
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Job Description
What’s in it for you?Weekly pay + KiwiSaver + Free health insuranceOperate powerful container hoists up to 45,000kgFull on-the-job training and ongoing supportWhat You'll Be DoingOperate serious heavy machinery - container hoists up to 45,000kg and a class 5 trucksMoving containers safely and efficiently around the yardLoading, unloading and driving trucksCommunicating with the team via RTWorking between the Hamilton depot and CT site working to achieve daily operational targetsMaintaining Qube’s commitment to a zero-harm safety cultureHours Monday–Friday, 7:00am–5:00pm and Saturday as required, 7:00am–12:00pmLocation Te Rapa, HamiltonWhat You'll BringFull Class 5 licence with a clean driving recordExperience operating heavy vehicles, trucks or machineryFlexible in your working environment across sitesStrong reliability, attendance and punctualityA positive attitude and team-focused approachRequirementsPass a pre-employment medical and drug testMOJ criminal history checkLegal right to work in New ZealandWhy Qube? At Qube, you'll enjoy steady full-time hours, weekly pay and support from day one. We invest in our people through hands-on training and provide a safe, team-focused environment where reliability and hard work are recognised and rewarded.Apply Now Ready to get behind the controls? Click Apply and upload your CV today.Have questions before applying? Call 0800 SCS JOBS (0800 727 5627) for a chat.
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Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in New Zealand from 1 April 2026?
As per the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, the adult minimum wage for welders in New Zealand is NZ$25.50 per hour from 1 April 2026. Welders working over 40 hours per week must receive time-and-a-half for the first three hours of overtime and double time thereafter. This rate applies to all employees aged 16 and over regardless of qualification level.
What visa is required for overseas welders to work in New Zealand in 2026?
As per Immigration New Zealand, overseas welders need a Skilled Migrant Category visa or an Accredited Employer Work Visa valid for up to three years. Applicants must hold a job offer paying at least NZ$29.66 per hour and provide an International Qualification Assessment showing Level 4 or higher. Processing takes 8 to 12 weeks with a NZ$1,320 application fee.
What qualifications and experience are needed to qualify as a welder in New Zealand?
As per the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, welders must hold a New Zealand Certificate in Welding (Level 3 or 4) or an equivalent assessed overseas qualification. Employers require at least two years of post-qualification experience in structural or pipe welding plus a current AS/NZS 2980 welding ticket. No formal apprenticeship is mandatory but 800 hours of supervised workplace training is standard.
What documents are required when applying for welder positions in New Zealand?
As per Immigration New Zealand, applicants must submit a current passport, NZQA qualification assessment, welding certificates, and a detailed CV showing 24 months of relevant experience. Police certificates from the last five years and proof of NZ$4,000 in savings for living costs are also mandatory for visa applicants. All documents require certified English translations if not originally in English.
