General Hand Port Workers - Lyttelton Port

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

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent & casual roles

PPE provided

Industry leader in port logistics

Job summary

Qube Ports NZ is seeking Stevedoring General Hands in New Zealand. Roles are permanent or casual, with safety training and PPE provided. Location: Lyttelton Port. These positions require physical fitness, reliability, and a willingness to travel to other ports as needed.

Responsibilities include cargo handling, bulk cargo tasks, rigging, container work, and pallet movements. Pre-employment medical, drug test, ACC & MOJ checks are required to qualify.

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit to handle hands-on stevedoring tasks.
• Teamwork is essential in a busy port environment.
• Must obtain and maintain a Restricted Class 1 driver's license.
• Committed to safety and able to pass pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Cargo handling: Load, unload, and move cargo safely.
• Bulk cargo handling: Operate hoppers, sweep, shovel, and clean holds.
• Working under the hook: Sling cargo and set up equipment.
• Rigging and securing: Strap and secure cargo with chains and dunnage.
• Container work: Pack/unpack containers and record movements.
• Palletised cargo: Stow and secure pallets and use pallet trucks.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Reliability

Safety-conscious

Driver's license (Restricted Class 1)

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: Lyttelton 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.

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