General Hand Port Workers - Dunedin Port

Qube; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent and casual employment

Friendly Team Environment

True Health & Safety PPE gear provided

$40+ per hour for new starters

Job summary

Qube Ports NZ in Dunedin Port is seeking safety‑minded Stevedoring General Hands for permanent and casual roles. The positions are hands‑on, physical, and require teamwork and accuracy in a port environment.

You will load/unload cargo, handle bulk cargo, rigging and securing, container work, and palletised goods while adhering to health and safety standards. Applicants must be fit and able to travel to other ports as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit and able to perform manual handling.
• Teamwork oriented with a strong safety mindset.
• Willing to travel to other ports as required.
• Hold a minimum Restricted Class 1 driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Cargo Handling: Load, unload, and move cargo safely and efficiently.
• Bulk Cargo Handling: Operate hoppers, sweep, shovel, and clean holds and wharf areas.
• Working Under the Hook: Sling cargo and assist with wharf operations.
• Rigging and Securing: Strap, lash, and secure cargo using chains and dunnage.
• Container Work: Pack/unpack containers and record cargo movements.
• Palletised Cargo: Stow and secure pallets with equipment.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Willing to travel

Education

Restricted Class 1 driver's license

Job description

What we can offer you:

• Permanent and/or casual employment


• Friendly Team Environment.


• True Health & Safety and all your PPE gear provided.


• Start your career with a leader in Port Logistics.


• $40+ per hour for new starters

Stevedoring General Hands

Are you safety-conscious, reliable, and ready to work in a port environment? QUBE Ports NZ is looking for general hands to be trained into various stevedoring roles. These roles are hands-on and physical, with a strong focus on teamwork, accuracy, and safety.

Location:

Dunedin Port

Status:

Permanent and casual positions available

Your job duties would be:

• Cargo Handling: Load, unload, and move cargo safely and efficiently.


• Bulk Cargo Handling: Operate hoppers, sweep, shovel, and clean vessel holds and wharf areas.


• Working Under the Hook: Sling cargo, set up and pack down equipment, and assist with general wharf operations.


• Rigging and Securing: Strap, lash, and secure cargo using chains, dunnage, and framing.


• Container Work: Pack and unpack containers, handle product manually or with forklifts, and record cargo movements.


• Palletised Cargo: Stow and secure palletised goods using pallet trucks and airbags.

You will also need to:

• Have an excellent can-do attitude and a desire to learn


• Must be physically fit


• Flexible to work within a 24/7 operation


• Work well within a team setting


• Be reliable and safety-conscious and flexible to travel to other ports to work


• Hold a minimum Restricted Class 1 driver’s license

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.