This full-time Driver role at Oceania’s beautiful Meadowbank village in Auckland is the ultimate feel-good driving job – you’ll be taking residents out on scenic drives, café trips, shopping runs, doctor visits and mystery tours in the village van or bus. It’s Monday–Friday with occasional weekends, roughly 40 hrs/week, starting around 8–9 AM. Pay is NZ$28–$31/hr (about $58,000–$65,000/year), plus staff discounts, free EAP counselling, training and real career progression into activities or care roles. You need a full clean NZ driver’s licence (Class 2 or P endorsement a bonus), love hanging out with oldies, and a calm head for emergencies. Perfect for patient, cheerful drivers who want steady hours and to actually make people’s day every single shift.
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About Company
Oceania is NZ’s biggest retirement and aged-care village operator – 35+ villages, 4,000+ residents, 11,780 LinkedIn followers. Meadowbank is one of their flagship Auckland sites with stunning views and a proper family feel. Big on training, respect and looking after staff.
Job Title
Village Driver / Activities Support
Responsibilities
- Drive residents on outings and appointments.
- Help residents in/out of van safely.
- Keep the vehicle spotless and fuelled.
- Basic daily checks (tyres, oil, wipers).
- Assist activities team with loading wheelchairs.
- Log trips and mileage.
- Be the friendly face of the village on the road.
Requirements
Education
None needed – just common sense.
Experience
Any shuttle, coach or patient transport experience a bonus.
Qualifications
- Full clean NZ driver’s licence.
- Eligible to work in NZ.
Skills
- Super patient and cheerful.
- Calm in traffic or emergencies.
- Good time management.
- Physically fit to help with wheelchairs.
- Loves a yarn with the old folks.
Knowledge
- Auckland roads.
- Basic vehicle maintenance.
Applicant Location
On-site at Meadowbank, Auckland, New Zealand. Local Auckland drivers only.
Application Procedure
To apply, download the Job Info app from the Google Play Store. Use the app to complete your application and submit it for this role.
Note
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