Experienced Forklift Operators

Drake International; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Drake International – Hamilton, North Island, is seeking a Forklift Operator to support warehouse and yard operations, ensuring loading/unloading, safe material handling, and organized storage. The role emphasizes safety and efficient movement of freight.

The ideal candidate holds a valid OSH forklift certificate with F endorsement, has warehouse experience, is physically fit, reliable, and committed to health and safety. Pre-employment drug test and criminal history check are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid OSH forklift certificate and F endorsement.
• Previous forklift or warehouse experience preferred.
• Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks.
• Reliable, punctual and safety-conscious.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check.
• Must have legal right to work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Safely Operating forklifts inline with site procedures and safety requirements
• Loading and unloading trucks, containers, and pallets
• Moving, positioning and storing freight materials throughout warehouse and yard areas
• Ensuring goods are handled carefully and stored correctly
• Assisting with general warehouse yard and laburing duties as required
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe work environment
• Following all workplace health and safety procedures

Skills

OSH Forklift Certificate

F endorsement

Warehouse experience

Physically fit

Reliable

Safety-focused

Drug test

Criminal history check

Right to work NZ

Job description

Drake International – Hamilton, North Island

4d ago , from Drake International New Zealand

As a Forklift Operator, you'll play an important role in keeping warehouse and yard operations running safely and efficiently.

• Safely Operating forklifts inline with site procedures and safety requirements
• Loading and unloading trucks, containers, and pallets
• Moving, positioning and storing freight materials throughout warehouse and yard areas
• Ensuring goods are handled carefully and stored correctly
• assisting with general warehouse yard and laburing duties as required
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe work environment
• Following all workplace health and safety procedures

What You'll Be Doing

• Safely Operating forklifts inline with site procedures and safety requirements
• Loading and unloading trucks, containers, and pallets
• Moving, positioning and storing freight materials throughout warehouse and yard areas
• Ensuring goods are handled carefully and stored correctly
• assisting with general warehouse yard and laburing duties as required
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe work environment
• Following all workplace health and safety procedures

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a reliable and safety focused Forklift Operator who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of the team.

• Valid OSH Forklift Certificate and F endorsement
• Previous forklift or warehouse experience preferred
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling and hands-on work
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining a high standard of work
• Strong focus on workplace health & safety
• Good attention to detail and practical, can-do attitude
• Flexible and willingness to assist with a variety of warehouse and yard duties
• Able to successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and criminal history check
• Must have a legal right to work in New Zealand