General Hand Port Workers - Timaru Port

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

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent/casual employment

Friendly team environment

Health & safety and PPE provided

Leader in port logistics

Job summary

Qube Ports NZ in Timaru is seeking Stevedoring General Hands for permanent and casual roles in a busy port environment. The positions involve hands-on cargo handling, rigging, and container work, with training to grow into various stevedoring duties.

You must be physically fit, adaptable to a 24/7 operation, and reliable. A Restricted Class 1 driver's licence is required to be eligible for these roles.

Qualifications

• Excellent can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Must be physically fit for hands-on port work.
• Flexible to operate in a 24/7 port environment.
• Team player capable of working in close-knit crews.
• Reliable, safety-conscious and able to travel to other ports.
• Holds a current 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 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.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Physically fit

Team player

Reliable and safety-conscious

Willing to travel to other ports

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:

Timaru 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.