Truck Driver

ABOUT US

SPCA is one of the most trusted and respected charities in New Zealand, with a proud history of helping animals in need and advocating for animal welfare since 1872. With over 90 Op Shops across New Zealand, we give second-hand goods a new life and every purchase helps rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We have an exciting opportunity for a:

• Truck Driver
• Permanent - Part-Time
• Wednesday to Friday 8:45am to 5:15pm
• Based in Dunedin

This role plays a key part in supporting SPCA's Op Shop operations by safely and efficiently collecting, transporting, and delivering donated goods and furniture between Op Shops, donors, customers, and other SPCA locations.

You'll be responsible for operating an SPCA truck, handling furniture and other goods with care, providing excellent customer service, and supporting Op Shop operations to ensure donations reach their next home and help fund vital animal welfare work.

Want more details? Click here to view the full Position Description.

ABOUT YOU

You're a reliable and experienced driver who enjoys physical work, meeting people, and being part of a team with purpose. You take pride in safe driving, great service, and working efficiently, while representing SPCA professionally in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely collect, transport, and deliver furniture and other donated goods to Op Shops, customers' homes or businesses, donors, and SPCA locations.
• Load and unload furniture and goods using safe manual handling techniques.
• Assemble or disassemble furniture as required to ensure safe transport.
• Plan efficient daily routes and manage schedules to meet delivery and collection timelines.
• Provide a high standard of customer service, thanking and engaging respectfully with donors, customers, volunteers, and stakeholders.
• Maintain the truck to a professional standard, including cleaning, refuelling, reporting maintenance issues, and coordinating servicing and WOF requirements.
• Complete all required paperwork and administration accurately and on time (e.g. delivery manifests, proof of delivery, compliance documentation).
• Work collaboratively with Op Shop staff and support general Op Shop operations when not scheduled to drive, including assisting with donations and in-store tasks.
• Support and supervise volunteers assisting with truck operations or furniture handling, ensuring safe work practices are followed.
• Comply with all road rules, SPCA policies, and Health & Safety requirements, reporting incidents and hazards promptly.
• Participate in required training, audits, events, and other SPCA activities as directed.

Skills & Experience

• Full, clean Class 1 driver's licence with experience driving a truck.
• Previous experience in a similar role (e.g. delivery, removals, courier, furniture transport).
• Physically fit and capable of lifting and moving heavy furniture as part of daily work.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to build rapport with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Good time management and route planning skills, with the ability to reprioritise when required.
• Comfortable using basic computer systems (email, online systems, paperwork).
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently while contributing to a team.

SPCA PURRRKS

At SPCA, working with purpose is just the beginning. We offer:

• A paid day off for your birthday
• A supportive, values-driven workplace culture
• Access to exclusive discounts, including pet insurance and retail offers
• 24/7 confidential wellbeing support
• The opportunity to make a real difference for animals in need

HOW TO APPLY

Click Apply Now to submit your application via the SPCA careers portal.

SPCA is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.