Forklift Lead, Binstores & Orchards (12-Month)

Mr Apple; Whakatu; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forklift training and licence support

Varied role across Binstores and Orch-

Job summary

Mr Apple is seeking an experienced Forklift Supervisor for a unique 12-month fixed-term role spanning Binstores and Orchard operations in New Zealand. You will lead forklift activities, coordinate inventory and ensure safe, efficient fruit movement across post-harvest operations.

The role offers training and licence support, a collaborative team environment, and the opportunity to broaden industry knowledge within New Zealand's apple sector.

Qualifications

• Proven forklift operating experience.
• Leadership or team coordination experience.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to health, safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operating a forklift for the movement and storage of fruit bins
• Coordinating fruit treatments, storage activities and inventory control
• Maintaining accurate inventory records and traceability information
• Working with transport, production and receiving teams to optimise fruit flow
• Supporting and guiding team members to achieve operational goals
• Promoting a strong health and safety culture across the site

Skills

Forklift operation

Leadership

Communication

Health & safety

Computer literacy

Job description

Mr Apple is seeking an experienced Forklift Supervisor for a unique 12-month fixed-term role spanning Binstores and Orchard operations in New Zealand. You will lead forklift activities, coordinate inventory and ensure safe, efficient fruit movement across post-harvest operations.

The role offers training and licence support, a collaborative team environment, and the opportunity to broaden industry knowledge within New Zealand's apple sector.