Forklift Operator - Afternoon Shift (OT & Benefits)

NZ Recruit; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime 1.5x

Holiday pay 8%

Meal allowances

Contract extension potential

On-site role

Job summary

NZ Recruit in Hornby is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for a six‑month contract on the afternoon shift (4:00pm–midnight). You will load/unload trucks, move pallets, and operate forklift-mounted systems and scanners while working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Current OSH forklift certificate and proven forklift experience are essential. The role offers ongoing overtime at 1.5x, with a pay rate of $26.90/hour plus 8% holiday pay, and meal allowances where applicable.

Qualifications

• Current OSH forklift certificate.
• Proven forklift operating experience.
• Strong experience loading and unloading trucks.
• Confidence using scanners and warehouse systems.
• Reliable, safety-conscious and able to work independently.
• Current legal entitlement to work in New Zealand.
• Ability to pass pre-employment checks, including drug testing, Ministry of Justice and ACC checks.
• Two contactable work references.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading trucks safely and efficiently.
• Moving, stacking and handling pallets.
• Using forklift-mounted systems and scanners.
• Providing general yard and warehouse support.
• Working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Truck loading/unloading

Scanners & warehouse systems

Independent worker

Safety-conscious

Education

OSH forklift certificate

Tools

Forklift-mounted systems

Warehouse scanners

Job description

NZ Recruit in Hornby is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for a six‑month contract on the afternoon shift (4:00pm–midnight). You will load/unload trucks, move pallets, and operate forklift-mounted systems and scanners while working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Current OSH forklift certificate and proven forklift experience are essential. The role offers ongoing overtime at 1.5x, with a pay rate of $26.90/hour plus 8% holiday pay, and meal allowances where applicable.