Seasonal Class 2 driving work in Dec 2026 and then again in Feb 2027, moving beehives and honey between sites and our Hastings depot.
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**About us**
NZ Honey Group Ltd (trading as Melita Honey) is a Hastings-based honey producer and packer with beekeeping and packing teams. Our busy season is coming up, and we need two reliable drivers to help keep things moving.
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**The role**
We're looking for 2 (two) Class 2 drivers to work with us during December 2026 and in February 2027.
**What you'll be doing:**
* Transporting beehives between apiary sites
* Carting honey from sites to our depot in Hastings
* Working alongside our beekeeping team to load and unload safely
* Driving on rural and backcountry roads, most unsealed
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**What you'll need**
* A current Class 2 driver licence
* A clean driving record
* Willingness to complete a pre-employment drug test
* No allergy to bee stings (you'll be working around live hives)
* A good level of fitness
* A safety-first attitude and a reliable, punctual work ethic
* The legal right to work in New Zealand
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**What we offer**
* Monday to Friday work, with some early starts or late finishes and night shifts as needed
* Protective gear supplied, including bee suits and PPE
* Outdoor work in the Hawke's Bay with a friendly, practical team
* Competitive hourly rate of $30.00 - $35.00/hr
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**How to apply**
Apply through Trade Me with your CV and a short cover note covering your Class 2 experience and your availability for December and February.
Applications close 31 October 2026.