Forklift Operator

Trade Assist; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Trade Assist is seeking an experienced LF Forklift Operator for our Wattie’s client site in a manufacturing environment. Opportunities span AM, PM, and Night shifts with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork.

Candidates should hold a current forklift licence and have prior forklift operating experience. Experience in warehousing or logistics is advantageous, and a reliable, flexible mindset is required for varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Current and valid forklift licence.
• Previous forklift operating experience.
• Experience in a warehouse, manufacturing or logistics environment is advantageous.
• Strong focus on health and safety.
• Excellent reliability and punctuality.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work across different shifts.
• Ability to pass required pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating a forklift.
• Loading and unloading trucks.
• Moving and storing products and materials.
• Transporting materials throughout the site.
• Supplying production areas as required.
• Stock movement and general warehouse duties.
• Following all health and safety procedures and site requirements.
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area.
• Working effectively as part of a team.
• Completing other duties as required directed by your supervisor.

Skills

Forklift Licence

Forklift Operating Experience

Warehouse Environment

Health & Safety Focus

Reliability & Punctuality

Teamwork

Shift Flexibility

Pre-Employment Checks

Job description

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LF Forklift Operator –AM, PM & Night Shift Opportunities | Multiple Positions Available

We are currently seeking experienced and reliable LF Forklift Operators to join our team at our Wattie’s client site.

We have opportunities available across AM, PM and Night shifts available. At present, there is a higher demand for candidates who are available to work evening and night shifts.

This is a great opportunity for qualified forklift operators looking to secure work within a busy manufacturing environment.

About the Role

Your responsibilities may include:

• Safely operating a forklift
• Loading and unloading trucks
• Moving and storing products and materials
• Transporting materials throughout the site
• Supplying production areas as required
• Stock movement and general warehouse duties
• Following all health and safety procedures and site requirements
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area
• Working effectively as part of a team
• Completing other duties as required directed by your supervisor

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for candidates who have:

• A current and valid Forklift Licence
• Previous forklift operating experience
• Experience in a warehouse, manufacturing or logistics environment is advantageous
• A strong focus on health and safety
• Excellent reliability and punctuality
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• The ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Flexibility to work across different shifts
• The ability to pass required pre-employment checks

Shift Opportunities

We have opportunities available across:

• AM Shift
• PM Shift
• Night Shift

Pay Rate Pay rates vary depending on the department and shift. Your applicable pay rate will be discussed and confirmed during the recruitment process prior to placement.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a well-established manufacturing environment while working alongside a supportive team. If you are a skilled LF Forklift Operator who takes pride in working safely and efficiently, we want to hear from you.