The role

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Fuel Tanker Driver

Invercargill based

Invercargill, New Zealand

Reference: 6797411

Fuel Tanker Driver - Invercargill
Allied Petroleum Ltd

What do we offer?

  • Competitive salary based on the candidate's skills and experience
  • Employee discounts
  • Fully subsidised health insurance after 12 months service
  • Training and development
  • Staff referral scheme
  • Long service benefits

As a national fuel distributor and haulier, Allied Petroleum has been committed to steadfast service & strong relationships since our beginning. As part of the wider H W Richardson Group of companies, we believe in Great Gear, Great People and Great Mates.

Allied Petroleum specialises in delivering fuel and lubricants to our customers across New Zealand. We pride ourselves on working safely and with the utmost professionalism.

We are seeking a Class 5 Driver to join our team in Invercargill driving a rostered 5-day, day shift week, in our farm trade commercial fleet.

You must have a minimum of 3 years of Class 5 experience, take pride in your personal presentation and your equipment. As we work in a safety-sensitive role, you will need to ensure that you're vigilant in following our standard operating procedures as well as adhering to our safety rules and policies.

The successful applicant would be required to undertake the following tasks on a day-to-day basis:

  • Maintain communication with Fleet Operations
  • Understand and follow APL SAFED defensive driving principles always;
  • Ensure trucks and tankers are kept clean and tidy to set standards;
  • Ensure vehicles driven carry all documentation required by law;
  • Follow set procedures for pre-shift checks, loading, driving, and unloading

Previous fuel experience would be advantageous but full fuel industry training will be provided to the successful applicant.

Drive your career forward with Allied Petroleum - apply now!


Applications Close: 08 Sep 2025


For more information on our company, visit: https://www.hwr.co.nz