Loader Operator – Modern Fleet, Safe Team, Invercargill

HW Richardson Group; Invercargill City; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance after 12 months

Long-term employment

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Freight Haulage Ltd in Invercargill is seeking an experienced Loader Operator to join our busy Stock Food operation. This hands-on role requires a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and teamwork.

You will operate loaders safely, move stock food products, and perform daily equipment checks. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with 40 hours per week and a supportive, long-standing Southland team.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years' relevant work experience as a loader operator.
• Practical experience safely operating forklifts and handling freight.
• A current forklift operator qualification/licence appropriate to the duties.
• A current wheels endorsement and minimum Class 2 driver's licence.
• A sound understanding of safe loading, unloading and freight-handling practices.
• Good communication, numeracy and attention to detail.
• The ability to work safely, independently and as part of a team.
• A reliable, punctual and practical approach to your work.
• Knowledge of MPI requirements and experience handling containerised freight would be advantageous.

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 operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

Tools

Forklift licence

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 requires a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and teamwork.

You will operate loaders safely, move stock food products, and perform daily equipment checks. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with 40 hours per week and a supportive, long-standing Southland team.