Forklift Driver (OSH F Endorsed)

Tradestaff New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Support from Tradestaff team

Potential ongoing work

Job summary

Tradestaff New Zealand is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join a busy operation in South Auckland. Immediate start available and pay rate of $27–$29 per hour with weekly pay.

You will operate Counterbalance and Reach forklifts, load/unload deliveries, and move stock within racking and dispatch areas while maintaining strict safety standards across shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience operating both Counterbalance and Reach forklifts, with a current F endorsement.
• Confident handling of loads and manoeuvring forklifts in busy environments.
• Committed to safe loading, unloading and materials handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance and Reach forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload trucks and incoming deliveries.
• Move stock between storage, dispatch, and production areas.
• Place and retrieve products accurately within racking systems.
• Prepare and position stock for dispatch and collection.
• Complete routine forklift checks and report equipment issues.
• Follow site procedures around vehicles, pedestrians and warehouse operations.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift

Reach forklift

F endorsement

Job description

Forklift Operator

Tradestaff is looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to join a busy operation in South Auckland. We need someone confident across different forklift environments who can move stock accurately, work efficiently around racking and dispatch areas, and maintain safe operating standards throughout the shift.

Location: South Auckland

Start date: Immediate start

Pay rate: $27–$29 per hour + weekly pay

What You'll Be Doing

• Operate Counterbalance and Reach forklifts safely and efficiently
• Load and unload trucks and incoming deliveries
• Move stock between storage, dispatch, and production areas
• Place and retrieve products accurately within racking systems
• Prepare and position stock for dispatch and collection
• Complete routine forklift checks and report equipment issues
• Follow site procedures while working around vehicles, pedestrians, and warehouse operations

What We're Looking For

• Previous hands-on experience operating both Counterbalance and Reach forklifts, with a current F endorsement – all three are essential
• Confident handling loads and manoeuvring forklifts in busy operating environments
• Good awareness of safe loading, unloading, and materials-handling practices
• Able to work accurately around stock, racking, and dispatch areas
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working as part of a busy team
• Strong focus on workplace health and safety

What's In It For You?

• Potential for ongoing work
• Varied materials-handling responsibilities
• Opportunity to build broader warehousing and logistics experience
• Work as part of an experienced operational team
• PPE provided where required
• Support from the Tradestaff team throughout your assignment

Why Tradestaff

We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.