Business Trainee

Star Personnel Ltd; Ōtara-Papatoetoe; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

POSTIE PLUS GROUP LIMITED in Auckland is looking for a Business Trainee to gain hands-on experience across warehousing, logistics, and business support. You will rotate through yard operations, depot management, and office functions while learning route planning, rostering, and driver coordination.

The role offers comprehensive training, exposure to multiple departments, and opportunities for long-term growth in logistics and business management.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Supply Chain, Logistics, Commerce, Business, or similar OR experience in operations, warehousing, or sales support.
• Strong numerical and computer skills with good attention to detail.
• Organised, self-motivated, goal-driven, resilient and flexible.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside workshop, transport and operational teams to understand their services and fleet.

Skills

Numerical skills

Computer skills

Organised

Communication

Flexible across environments

Education

Graduate in Supply Chain/Logistics or related

Job description

Are you looking to build a long-term career in business and management? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business in the waste and recycling management industry, offering a structured pathway to learn the industry from the ground up.

Whether you’re a recent graduate or have a couple of years’ experience in warehousing, logistics, operations or business support, this role is designed to give you hands‑on exposure across all areas of the business.

You’ll start by learning the operational side of the business, getting hands‑on experience in the yard (yes - boots on, sleeves up!) to truly understand how everything works. From there, you’ll rotate through the business understanding fleet operations to working across logistics, customer service, finance, sales and depot management.

What You’ll Be Doing

Working alongside workshop, transport and operational teams to understand their services and fleet.

Getting hands‑on experience in the yard, dispatch and day‑to‑day depot operations.

Learning about route planning, staff rostering, driver coordination and operational performance.

Rotating through office functions, including customer service, accounts, payroll and administration.

Building relationships with customers and learning how to deliver quality service and grow their business.

Assisting with business improvement projects focused on productivity, cost control, risk management and efficiency.

Supporting the Regional Manager and depot leadership team while developing your understanding of business management.

You’ll learn from experienced people across the organisation, take on increasing responsibility and gain the practical knowledge needed to pursue future opportunities as they arise.

About You

A graduate in Supply Chain, Logistics, Commerce, Business, or similar OR experience in operations, warehousing, or sales support

Strong numerical and computer skills with good attention to detail

Organised, self‑motivated, goal‑driven, resilient and passionate with an interest for logistics and flexibility to work across different environments, from the yard and workshop to the office and on the road.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and customers.

Willing to get stuck in - no task is too small

Full, clean NZ driver’s licence required

Open to relocation or travel if required

Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test

Be willing to undergo a pre‑employment medical check

What’s in It for You

Comprehensive training and ongoing career development

Early starts (sometimes from 3:00am) as part of learning operations

A company willing to invest in your long‑term growth

Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as a Business Trainee?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
• Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
• Are you willing to undergo a pre‑employment medical check?

POSTIE PLUS GROUP LIMITED

Auckland CBD, Auckland, NZ