Forklift Driver

Service Foods Ltd; Auckland; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted staff orders

Access to EAP

Job summary

Service Foods Ltd in Auckland is seeking a Forklift Driver for the night shift. Full-time role based in Ihumatao, Mangere (near Auckland Airport). 30.00 to 33.00 NZD hourly, Sunday to Friday, 5 pm to 1:30 am; 30-40 hours per week.

Staff perks include discounted staff orders and access to EAP, etc. The role involves operating Forklift and Bendi, order fulfilment, scanning, inventory support, and working in cold environments down to -20°C, while maintaining a clean, safe warehouse and supporting

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of warehouse or logistics experience.
• Valid Forklift/Bendi License (man-cage experience a distinct advantage).
• Must be able to work in extreme cold environments (chillers and freezers to -20°C).

Responsibilities

• Operate Forklift and Bendi, including man-cage, for stock replenishment, stack management, loading and dispatching pallets.
• Accurately pick and pack orders using manual and scan-pick systems; monitor scanning system usage.
• Support inventory: locate missing stocks, replenish, ensure safe storage.
• Work in extreme cold zones including -20°C, maintain safe, organized work area.
• Wrap pallets and assist with general warehouse functions as needed.

Skills

Basic English

Reading & Writing

Arithmetic

Computer & Scanning

Work Ethic

Team player

Reliable attendance

Own transport

Tools

Forklift/Bendi License

Job description

Join our Auckland Night Warehouse team as a dynamic Forklift Driver and help drive our success. Enjoy a fast-paced environment where accuracy, safety, and efficiency are rewarded. We offer competitive pay, great perks, and opportunities for growth with a reputed and established 100% Kiwi-owned company.

The offer:

• Full-time permanent role (30-40 hours a week)
• Sunday to Friday, 5 pm to 1 30 am
• Based in Ihumatao, Mangere (near Auckland Airport)
• $30.00 to $33.00 hourly rate
• Discounted staff orders and access to EAP, etc.

The role:

As our Forklift Driver, you will be hands-on across our facility, operating machinery while directly supporting overall warehouse functions. Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Operating Equipment: Safely operate a Forklift and Bendi (including operating a forklift-mounted safety platform / man-cage) to handle stock replenishment, stack management, and assist in loading and dispatching outbound pallets.
• Order Fulfilment & Scanning: Accurately pick and pack orders using both manual processes and scan-pick systems, while monitoring and managing the use of the scanning system.
• Inventory Support: Check and assist the team leader in locating missing stocks, handle replenishment, and ensure products are stored safely at all times.
• Extreme Cold Environment: Regularly work in varied temperature zones, including Chillers and Freezers where temperatures drop as low as -20°C.
• General Warehouse Operations: Wrap pallets, maintain a clean and organised work environment, and assist with general warehouse functions as needed.

The person:

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Experience & Licensing: A minimum of 3 year of experience in a warehouse or logistics environment, plus a valid Forklift/Bendi License (experience with a man-cage is a distinct advantage).
• Physical Fitness: Be physically strong and fit, able to handle hand loading, hoist work, and lift up to 25 kg.
• Working Conditions: Must be fully comfortable working in extreme cold environments (chilled and frozen down to -20°C).
• Skills: Basic English, reading, writing, and arithmetic skills, paired with good computer and scanning abilities.
• Work Ethic: A self-starter who doesn't need constant supervision, extremely reliable with a proven record of exceptional attendance, and a team player with a positive attitude.
• Logistics: Must have your own transport to suit shift times.
• Legal Requirements: Must have NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone/text/email.

Note: To ensure a safe and compliant work environment, successful candidates will be required to complete satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Ministry of Justice (MOJ) verification, ACC and a drug test.