Forklift Operator - Pulp Handling

Qube; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health insurance

Staff benefits

Job summary

Qube Ports NZ is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join the Pulp Marshalling team in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty. You'll handle pulp bales with clamp forklifts, unload, stack, move stock, and load containers in a 24/7 port environment.

The role requires reliability, a strong safety focus, and the ability to work shifts (day/night). A Full Class 1 Driver License and physical fitness are essential; pre-employment medical and background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Current forklift operator presence and safety awareness.
• Valid Full Class 1 Driver License.
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks.
• Reliable, flexible and able to work day/night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload pulp from rail wagons, trucks, containers and vessels.
• Allocate pulp accurately to customer orders.
• Load and unload containers with top lifter onto trucks.
• Complete electronic scanning and documentation accurately.
• Maintain a safe working environment and report incidents.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety conscious

Manual handling

Driver license Class 1

Teamwork

Job description

• Free health insurance plus other great staff benefits
• We are an essential industry, there is always work available
• 4 on, 2 off AM roster that offers flexibility

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to join our Pulp Marshalling team on a permanent 4 on / 2 off AM roster. You’ll be responsible for safely handling pulp bales using clamp forklifts, including unloading, stacking, moving stock, and loading containers and vessels. This role requires reliability, a strong safety focus, and the ability to work in a fast-paced 24/7 port environment.

Status: Full-time permanent position, 4x2 AM roster

Specific Responsibilities:

• Load and unload pulp from rail wagons, trucks, containers, and vessels
• Allocate pulp accurately to customer orders
• Load and unload containers with top lifter onto trucks
• Complete electronic scanning and documentation accurately
• Maintain a safe working environment and report all incidents and near misses
• Work collaboratively within the marshalling and warehousing team

Who we're after:

• Strong safety focus and attention to detail
• Reliable, flexible, and comfortable with day/night shift work
• Full Class 1 Driver License
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks

About us

Qube Ports NZ is a nationwide service provider offering a comprehensive range of cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing services, and IT solutions. Our pursuit of excellence empowers New Zealand exporters to compete effectively in global markets.

You must pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and be eligible to work in New Zealand. You will also need to pass a pre-employment ACC & MOJ Criminal History Check.

Applications close on 11th October.

Forklift Operator - Pulp Handling Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, NZ