Based on 2 submissions across Aotearoa — Full-time Permanent roles only
Drives heavy combination vehicles for linehaul, logging, or bulk freight, managing long routes and tight schedules. Performs pre-trip checks, secures loads, and follows road and logbook rules. Keeps New Zealand's freight economy moving. The role demands strong roadcraft, patience with long distances, and tough deadlines, with fatigue management a priority. Class 5 drivers with a good record are consistently in demand across the freight industry. The role rewards drivers who treat the roads and the load with equal care. Linehaul and specialist freight experience opens the door to some of the best-paid driving roles in the country.
Base salary + bonuses, based on 2 submissions
Based on 2 anonymous submissions
Across 2 anonymous submissions, the median total salary for a Truck Driver Class 5 in New Zealand is $72,900 per year. Total remuneration ranges from about $72,020 (10th percentile) to $73,780 (90th percentile).
A full-time median of $72,900 per year compares with the NZ minimum wage of $49,816 per year and the living wage of $62,192 per year.
Median pay by experience: Mid (3-5 Yrs) $72,000.
Based on 2 submissions
Median salary progression