HEAVY PLANT OPERATORS (FIXED TERM)

QJumpers Recruitment Services; Hawke's Bay; Hybrid; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

40 hours minimum per week

Job summary

Napier Port is seeking Heavy Plant Operators to join our team in Hawke's Bay. This fixed-term role runs through to June 2027 with a guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week and a starting rate over $38 per hour.

You will learn to operate a range of heavy plant and equipment under the guidance of experienced trainers. Applicants should hold a Class 2 licence (six months+), with a W/F endorsement desirable, and demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Full Class 2 driver licence held for at least six months.
• W/F endorsement is desirable.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Reliability and ability to work well as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Move cargo safely and efficiently across busy operations.
• Learn to operate a range of heavy plant and equipment as skills develop.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with focus on safety and teamwork.
• Support training and development with qualified trainers.

Skills

Attitude to learn

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility to shifts

Safety conscious

Education

Class 2 driver licence

W/F endorsement desirable

Job description

We operate a wide range of equipment across the Port, from forklifts through to some of the biggest reach stackers in town. We’re looking for Heavy Plant Operators to join our team and help keep cargo moving and Hawke’s Bay connected to the world.

These are fixed-term positions through to June 2027, offering the opportunity to build your skills, gain licences and learn to operate a range of heavy plant and equipment.

What will I be doing?

As a Heavy Plant Operator, you’ll work across our busy operations, moving cargo safely and efficiently and learning to operate different types of equipment as your skills and experience grow.

No two days are quite the same. You’ll work alongside a great team in a fast-paced environment where safety, teamwork and keeping things moving are a big part of the job.

What do I need?

You don’t need to arrive knowing how to operate all of our equipment. What’s important to us is that you bring:

• A great attitude and willingness to learn.
• A full Class 2 driver licence that you’ve held for at least six months.
• A W/F endorsement is desirable.
• A strong commitment to safety.
• Reliability and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

What’s on offer?

• A full-time, fixed-term role through to June 2027, with a guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week.
• A starting rate of over $38 per hour.
• On-the-job training with qualified and experienced trainers.
• The opportunity to learn to operate a range of impressive plant and equipment.
• A strong focus on keeping everyone safe at work.

What do I need to know?

Napier Port is a 24/7 business, so shift work, weekends and public holidays are part of the job.

When you first join us, you’ll generally work either around 7am to mid-afternoon or mid-afternoon to midnight. As you gain more experience, there may also be the opportunity to work midnight to 7am shifts.

We know shift work can take some getting used to, particularly nights, so we provide dedicated time off to prepare and recover and support from experienced team members who can share what works for them when it comes to managing tiredness.

You must have current eligibility to work in New Zealand.

At Napier Port, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.