Depot Operator

QJumpers Recruitment Services; Otago; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Relocation assistance

Onsite parking

Uniform provided

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Port Otago Group in Dunedin is seeking a Depot Operator to join on a permanent full-time basis at the South Dunedin site. You will start on the wash pad and progress through container repairs, side loader operation and surveying, with training provided and pay increases as you are signed off in each area.

Hours are 40 per week, Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime. The role requires a full NZ Class 1 driver’s license and the ability to pass safety and medical tests.

Qualifications

• Commitment to health and safety for self and others.
• Effective communication with a range of people.
• Initiative and problem-solving ability; know when to seek support.
• Willingness to learn new skills and complete training.
• Confident using computers and workplace systems.

Responsibilities

• Wash pad: clean containers to MPI and customer standards and complete audit sheets.
• Container repairs: perform repairs and upgrades including welding and fabrication.
• Side loader operation: move empty containers between road/rail and yard storage.
• Surveying: survey containers and identify those needing repairs.

Skills

Health & safety

Communication

Problem-solving

Willingness to learn

Computer skills

Job description

Port Otago Group’s business comprises a regional container terminal, bulk port activities, cruise and property investment and development. We service South Canterbury, Otago, and Southland, working with customers to streamline their supply chains. Our culture is hands‑on, safety focused and encourages continuous improvement.

Our diverse portfolio means there is always something on the go and as a business we are collaborative, fast-paced and always open.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Depot Operator to join our team on a permanent full‑time basis, based predominately at our site in South Dunedin.

If you’re an all‑rounder who enjoys variety in your work week, this role offers a clear pathway to grow your skills and your pay. You’ll start on the wash pad and progress through container repairs, side loader operation and surveying, with training provided along the way. As you’re trained and signed off in each area, your pay rate increases to match, and you’ll keep that rate whatever task you’re assigned on the day.

Your skills and pay pathway:

• Wash pad: cleaning containers to MPI and customer standards and completing audit sheets as required
• Container repairs: carrying out repairs and upgrades to containers, including welding and fabrication
• Side loader operation: moving empty containers between road and rail transport and yard storage
• Surveying: surveying containers and identifying those needing repair

Hours of Work:

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with no shift work.
• Our team may start later or earlier from time to time to work in with daylight hours if needed
• You may occasionally need to work overtime to meet operational requirements.

About you

You're a reliable team player who enjoys practical work, takes pride in a job well done. You'll enjoy working in a physically active environment and be comfortable adapting to a variety of tasks throughout the week.

To be successful in this position you will also:

• Have a strong commitment to health and safety for self and others
• Have a strong work ethic, excellent attendance, and good time management skills
• Be an effective communicator who works well with a range of people
• Demonstrate initiative and problem‑solving ability, while knowing when to seek support
• Be willing to learn new skills and complete all required training
• Be confident using computers and workplace systems

Experience with welding and/or operating heavy machinery, is preferred, but not essential – you just need to be willing to learn!

What’s in it for you?

In return, you'll have the opportunity to develop a wide range of operational skills while working within a supportive team environment.

We also offer comprehensive health insurance cover for you, your partner and dependent children (valued at $8,800 p.a.), a 7% employer superannuation contribution after 6 months’ service, free onsite parking, full uniform, and a range of wellbeing initiatives.

In addition, for our successful candidate, we will contribute up to $5,000 towards relocation costs to Dunedin.

Heads up:

• A full, clean, Class 1 NZ driver’s license is required
• You must be able to pass Ministry of Justice, ACC, a full medical and functional fitness test, and drug and alcohol testing requirements
• We complete random drug and alcohol testing

Applications close: Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 5pm.