Freight Handler - Night Shift (Casual)

New Zealand Couriers; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

New Zealand Couriers in Hamilton is seeking a dependable Warehouse Assistant for casual night shifts. You will perform warehousing and freight sorting, prepare the depot for daily operations, and ensure loading and unloading is done safely. You must be physically fit to lift up to 25kg and work well in a fast-paced environment.

They require basic reliability and the ability to work alone or with a team. Immediate start and career development with New Zealand's leading courier company are

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous but not essential.
• Physically fit (able to lift up to 25kgs).
• Strong focus on Health and Safety.
• Knowledge of local and regional NZ geography.
• Ability to work alone as well as in a team.
• Immediate start.
• Permanent role with career development opportunities at NZ's leading courier company.

Responsibilities

• General warehousing and freight sorting duties.
• Prepare the depot for daily operations and maintain tidiness of the branch.
• Ensure loading and unloading of cargo is completed safely and efficiently.
• Work on your feet for extended periods.

Skills

Physically fit

Reliable

Punctual

Team player

Independent worker

Job description

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New Zealand Couriers - Hamilton, North Island

We are New Zealand's leading courier company, entrusted with helping Kiwis with their deliveries for over 50 years. We are the largest subsidiary of the Freightways Group, we employee over 1,200 employees, and 550 independent contractors in 25 locations across New Zealand. We pride ourselves on our passionate team, innovative systems and friendly, results-focused service.

The Role

Requires an indivdual who is motivated, reliable, punctual, and able to work alone or as part of a team. With a sense of humour, strong work ethic and ability to prosper in fast-paced environments.

This role will involve general warehousing and freight sorting duties, where you will prepare the depot for daily operations, maintain the tidiness of the branch and ensure the loading and unloading of cargo is completed safely and efficiently. You will be a physically fit individual with capability to work on your feet for extended periods of time.

We currently have Casual Night Shift work available in our Hamilton sort team ranging through the different shifts mentioned below.

Monday to Friday - 2pm to 10:30pm or 8pm to 4:30am

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous but not essential
• Physically fit (able to lift up to 25kgs)
• Strong focus on Health and Safety
• Knowledge of local and regional NZ geography
• Ability to work alone as well as in a team
• Immediate start
• Work in a dynamic and rewarding work environment with a dedicated team
• Permanent role with career development opportunities at NZ's leading courier company

All applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand and undertake pre-employment screening including a criminal history check.