Forklift Operator (Dispatch)

Claymark; Katikati; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Claymark Group Limited Partnership is a leading New Zealand manufacturer and exporter of premium pine products. This role supports our timber production by safely handling loads, operating a forklift, and ensuring clean, organised workspaces in line with health and safety standards.

Ideal candidates hold a NZ forklift certificate, a current NZ driver licence with OSH Cert, and have at least two years forklift experience, with a strong team spirit and safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Current forklift certificate and full NZ driver licence with OSH Cert required.
• 2 years forklift experience
• Team player with a positive attitude
• A strong commitment to maintaining health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload packets safely and efficiently from trucks.
• Operate a forklift to move timber products around the site.
• Support production by keeping work areas organised and following quality and health & safety standards.
• Prepare loads for dispatch

Skills

Forklift operation

OSH Cert

NZ Driver Licence

Team player

Health & Safety

Job description

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Claymark Group Limited Partnership is New Zealand’s largest manufacturer and exporter of premium pine products made from sustainably managed radiata pine plantations in New Zealand’s central North Island. With more than 650 employees across multiple sites, Claymark continues to grow and invest in its people, operations, and capability.

Join a stable manufacturing business where your timber machining skills will be valued. You'll work with modern equipment, a supportive team, and consistent production schedules while helping deliver quality timber products to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and unload packets safely and efficiently from trucks.
• Operate a forklift to move timber products around the site.
• Support production by keeping work areas organised and following quality and health & safety standards.
• Prepare loads for dispatch

About You

• Current forklift certificate and full NZ driver licence with OSH Cert required.
• 2 years forklift experience
• Team player with a positive attitude
• A strong commitment to maintaining health and safety standards.

Applicants for these positions should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.