Forklift Operator

CHEP; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

40-hour week

Career development

Team environment

Volunteer leave

Share purchase program

Global organisation

Job summary

CHEP is hiring a Service Centre Assistant in Christchurch for the afternoon shift. This hands-on role suits someone with forklift experience who enjoys being part of a team and seeing the daily results of their work.

You will safely operate a forklift, follow safety procedures, and contribute to production targets while maintaining high quality. There is also potential to learn pallet repair, bin/crate wash, and to step into leadership roles in a safety-first environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts and ideally holds a current F endorsement and OSH Forklift licence.
• Holds a full NZ drivers licence (essential).
• Experience with using power tools.
• Cross-skill and learn all operations of the Service Centre.
• Values safety and teamwork.
• Has a positive attitude and reliable work ethic.
• Is physically fit and comfortable working on your feet.
• Has experience in a production/factory environment.
• Can meet production targets while maintaining safety and quality.
• Can pass a Ministry of Justice criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol screening).
• Has the right to work in New Zealand (please note we are unable to sponsor applicants at this time).

Responsibilities

• Safely operating a forklift to move product around our yard, unloading and loading pallets on and off trucks
• Contributing to a safe workplace by following safety procedures
• Working towards production targets while maintaining high quality standards
• There is also the opportunity to learn pallet repair, bin and crate wash, to cover for staff shortages on occasion

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Physical fitness

Tools

Power tools

Job description

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You’ll be at the frontline of CHEP in a busy, demanding job. Our supply chain team isn’t part of our business. It’s the heart of our business. And you can be the power behind it. We connect 300,000 supply chains for some of the world’s biggest and best-loved brands.

You’ll learn new ways of working, with automation and new technology that’ll help you get the job done – and work smarter. Your safety is our number one priority. The team will welcome and respect you for who you are and will support you throughout your journey of growth and accomplishment. In return, we want you to be hands-on, roll up your sleeves and get stuck in.

Job Description

About the Role

Working as a Service Centre Assistant on our afternoon shift, this hands-on role is ideal for someone for an experienced Forklift Driver who enjoys being part of a team and seeing the results of their efforts each day.

You’ll be:

• Safely operating a forklift to move product around our yard, unloading and loading pallets on and off trucks
• Contributing to a safe workplace by following safety procedures
• Working towards production targets while maintaining high quality standards
• There is also the opportunity to learn pallet repair, bin and crate wash, to cover for staff shortages on occasion

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate , with opportunities to grow through our wage grading system as you diversify your skill set
• 40 hour week - afternoon shift, starting at 2 pm each day
• Career development pathways — learn new skills or progress into leadership roles
• Team environment focused on safety, collaboration and quality
• 3 paid Volunteer Leave days per year — perfect for helping out at school trips or community events
• Access to company share purchase program
• Opportunity to be part of a global organisation committed to sustainability and innovation

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and genders. If you’re someone who:

• Has experience operating forklifts and ideally holds a current F endorsement and OSH Forklift licence
• Holds a full NZ drivers licence (essential)
• Experience with using power tools
• Comfortable to cross-skill and learn all operations of the Service Centre
• Values safety and teamwork
• Has a positive attitude and reliable work ethic
• Is physically fit and comfortable working on your feet
• Has experience in a production/factory environment
• Can meet production targets while maintaining safety and quality
• Can pass a Ministry of Justice criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug and alcohol screening)
• Has the right to work in New Zealand (please note we are unable to sponsor applicants at this time)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.