FORKLIFT DRIVER

Sharma Produce Limited; Waikato; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharma Produce Limited in Waikato is seeking a full-time Forklift Driver to join our warehouse team. You will operate forklifts to load, unload and stack goods, and move items to designated storage areas within our distribution facilities.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of driving experience in a relevant industry, a valid Class 1 licence, and a Forklift Operator Certificate. The role includes working on rosters from Monday to Sunday and upholding strict safety standards.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of driving experience in a relevant industry.
• Valid Class 1 licence with clean driving history.
• Hold a Forklift Operator Certificate.
• Able to work under pressure and follow safety guidelines.
• Physically fit and adaptable to shift rosters.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift controls to load, unload and stack items in warehouse and plants.
• Navigate narrow spaces with rall-based or automated forklifts.
• Move merchandise to designated storage zones in distribution centres.
• Verify inventory is placed correctly for efficient retrieval.
• Monitor equipment using gauges and digital systems.
• Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance on forklifts.
• Transport bulk commodities and palletized loads using a forklift.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety

Teamwork

Education

Forklift Operator Certificate

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We have full time opportunity for Forklift Driver in Waikato. You will be required to work between Monday-Sunday for minimum 30 hours to maximum45 hours as per roster. We are a friendly team of dedicated people to provide outstanding services and products to society.

Role responsibilities

• Operating equipment controls to position forklifts and adjust fork height for loading, unloading, and stacking items in warehouse and manufacturing plants.


• Guiding rall-based or automated electronically guided forklifts to navigate narrow spaces and restricted aisles.


• Moving merchandise to assigned storage zones within distribution centres, industrial sites, and cargo terminals.


• Verifying that inventory is placed in appropriate locations to facilitate efficient retrieval and order fulfilment.


• Observing equipment performance using instrument panels, gauges, and digital monitoring systems.


• Conducting routine inspections and assessing machinery for signs of wear or defects.


• Performing basic maintenance, servicing, and repairs on forklifts as needed.


• Handles the transportation of bulk commodities, shipping containers, crated products, palletized loads, packaged goods, and compressed bales using a forklift.

Job requirements

• To be successful you must have at least 2 years of driving experience in relevant industry.


• A clean driver licence of Class 1 or equivalent Licence is essential with no history of traffic violations.


• Hold a Forklift Operator Certificate.


• Able to work under pressure.


• Able to always follow safety guidelines.


• Must be physically fit.


• A positive attitude and great work ethic.


• Zero Tolerance of alcohol and drugs in the workplace.


• Clean Character Background.