Electric Forklift Operator – Day Shift (Temp to May 2027)

TRN

Christchurch

On-site

NZD 30,000 - 42,000

Full time

11 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Consistent Monday to Friday hours
Day shifts 7:00am–2:30pm
Ongoing work through May 2027

Job summary

TRN in Christchurch, New Zealand, is seeking an experienced forklift driver for a temporary assignment running through May 2027. You will operate an electric forklift to unload roughly 15 trucks per day, sort and organise large stock, and work in a fast-paced environment while keeping safety top priority.

This role offers day shifts, Monday to Friday, with a 7:00am to 2:30pm schedule, and an immediate start with negotiable start date.

Qualifications

  • Current forklift licence required.
  • Previous forklift operating experience preferred.
  • Experience handling and sorting large volumes of stock.

Responsibilities

  • Operate an electric forklift safely and efficiently.
  • Unload approximately 15 trucks per day.
  • Sort, move and organise large stock.
  • Maintain a tidy and organised work area.
  • Follow all health and safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation
Unloading trucks
Stock handling
Safety compliance
Teamwork

Tools

Electric forklift

Job description

TRN in Christchurch, New Zealand, is seeking an experienced forklift driver for a temporary assignment running through May 2027. You will operate an electric forklift to unload roughly 15 trucks per day, sort and organise large stock, and work in a fast-paced environment while keeping safety top priority.

This role offers day shifts, Monday to Friday, with a 7:00am to 2:30pm schedule, and an immediate start with negotiable start date.

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