Forklift Operator - Pulp Handling

Qube; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Free health insurance

Essential industry consistent work

4 on 2 off AM roster

Job summary

Qube Ports NZ is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our Pulp Marshalling team on a permanent 4 on / 2 off AM roster at Tauranga port. You will safely handle pulp bales using clamp forklifts, unload, stack, move stock and load containers and vessels in a fast-paced 24/7 port environment.

This full-time role requires clamp forklift and container top lifter experience, a strong safety focus, and a valid Class 1 licence.

Qualifications

• Proven clamp forklift experience.
• Container top lifter experience.
• Strong safety focus and attention to detail.
• Full Class 1 Driver Licence.
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks.

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 and near misses.
• Work collaboratively within the marshalling and warehousing team.

Skills

Clamp forklift experience

Container top lifter experience

Safety-focused

Reliability & flexibility

Day/night shift adaptability

Full Class 1 Driver Licence

Physical fitness

Job description

What's on offer

• Competitive hourly rate
• 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

• Proven clamp forklift experience
• Container top lifter experience
• 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.