Casual Port General Hand — Stevedoring & Cargo Ops

Qube Ports NZ; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Casual, as-needed basis

Job summary

Qube Ports NZ is seeking casual Stevedoring General Hands to support safe and efficient cargo handling in a fast-paced port environment. The role is hands-on, physically demanding, and requires strong teamwork and safety awareness.

Responsibilities include cargo handling, log vessel loading, bulk cargo operations, and rigging. You must pass pre-employment checks and be eligible to work in New Zealand. Casual, as-needed shifts around a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit.
• Hold a minimum Restricted Class 1 driver's license.
• Be safety-conscious and reliable.
• Willing to work in a 24/7 operation as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Cargo handling: Load, unload, and move cargo safely and efficiently.
• Ships digger and ships crane: Load log vessels; experience with log grapple.
• Bulk cargo handling: Operate hoppers, sweep, shovel, and clean holds and wharf areas.
• Working under the hook: Sling cargo, set up and pack down equipment, assist wharf ops.
• Rigging and securing: Strap, lash, and secure cargo with chains and dunnage.
• Container work: Pack/unpack containers and record cargo movements.
• Palletised cargo: Stow and secure palletised goods using pallet trucks.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Physically fit

Teamwork

Flexible

Job description

Qube Ports NZ is seeking casual Stevedoring General Hands to support safe and efficient cargo handling in a fast-paced port environment. The role is hands-on, physically demanding, and requires strong teamwork and safety awareness.

Responsibilities include cargo handling, log vessel loading, bulk cargo operations, and rigging. You must pass pre-employment checks and be eligible to work in New Zealand. Casual, as-needed shifts around a 24/7 operation.