Invercargill Loader Operator — Full-Time Freight Handler

H.W. Richardson Group; Invercargill City; Hybrid; NZD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance after 12 months

Job summary

Freight Haulage Ltd in Invercargill is seeking an experienced Loader Operator to join our busy Stock Food operation. This hands-on role focuses on safety, reliability and teamwork as you operate loaders and manage freight movements.

We offer a competitive hourly rate and full-time hours. You will join a well-established Southland transport company with a modern fleet and opportunities for long-term career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ Loader Operator experience.
• Practical forklift operation experience required.
• Current forklift operator qualification/licence.
• Current Wheels endorsement and Class 2 driver’s licence.
• Sound loading/unloading and freight-handling understanding.
• Good communication, numeracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate loaders safely and efficiently.
• Load, unload and move stock food products.
• Complete daily equipment checks and report faults.
• Maintain a safe and tidy work environment.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures.
• Assist with general yard duties as required.

Skills

Loader operation

Forklift experience

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Numeracy

Punctuality

Tools

Forklift qualification

Wheels endorsement

Class 2 licence

Job description

Freight Haulage Ltd in Invercargill is seeking an experienced Loader Operator to join our busy Stock Food operation. This hands-on role focuses on safety, reliability and teamwork as you operate loaders and manage freight movements.

We offer a competitive hourly rate and full-time hours. You will join a well-established Southland transport company with a modern fleet and opportunities for long-term career development.