Enjoy work/life balance with local routes, no overnight stays, and a supportive team environment at Mr Apple – New Zealand’s largest apple grower and exporter.
What you’ll be doing:
We’re on the lookout for skilled Truck Drivers to join our Hastings-based team for the 2026 apple season. Starting in January or February, you’ll be transporting freshly picked and packed apples between our orchards, packhouses, bin stores, and coolstores – all within Hawke’s Bay.
With a variety of shifts available, you’ll play a key role in keeping our supply chain moving smoothly and efficiently.
Your day-to-day may include:
- Safely transporting bins, pallets, and other products between sites
- Keeping accurate and up-to-date logbooks
- Carrying out basic truck maintenance and reporting any issues
- Communicating clearly with dispatch and your team
What you’ll bring:
- A Class 5 licence (5L also considered)
- A strong focus on health and safety
- Experience with record-keeping and logbooks
- A willingness to learn and upskill
- The right to work in New Zealand and ability to pass pre-employment checks
What we offer:
- Local driving only – no overnight trips
- A modern fleet, including mostly curtain siders
- Manageable shifts with consistent hours
- One of the longest seasons in the horticulture industry
- Opportunities to upskill in High Productivity Motor Vehicles (HPMVs)
- Potential for off-season work
If you're ready to be part of a great team delivering premium apples to the world, apply now and drive your career forward with Mr Apple.