Logistics Driver & Supply Chain Support

Rocket Lab; Auckland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab’s Auckland team is seeking a Driver/Logistics Support to ensure timely collection and delivery of components powering Electron and other missions. You’ll be the face of Rocket Lab to suppliers, supporting the Logistics Team with driving, vehicle maintenance, stores receipting/dispatch, and general logistics operations.

Key traits include a Full Class Two license (manual), forklift endorsement, strong teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines while

Qualifications

• Full Class Two license (minimum) with ability to drive manual shift vehicles.
• NZTA Forklift Endorsement or WorkSafe Site Certification (forklift).
• Effective team player: decisive, proactive, and a problem solver.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and open to learning.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Quick learner, able to work productively without direct supervision.
• Experience working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships.
• Proficient with technology and systems.

Responsibilities

• Customer Service: Represent Rocket Lab with professionalism and integrity in all supplier interactions.
• Driving: Collect and deliver stores/supplies across the greater Auckland area, and to the Upper North Island as required.
• Logistics Support: Perform daily vehicle pre-start inspections to ensure vehicles are roadworthy and fit for purpose. Maintain accurate vehicle logs. Operate forklifts for loading/unloading company and supplier vehicles. Support wider company departments with logistics tasks as required. Provide manpower, guidance, and expertise to support Logistics Team operations.

Skills

Class Two license

Forklift endorsement

Team player

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Pressure handling

Tech savvy

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Rocket Lab’s Auckland team is seeking a Driver/Logistics Support to ensure timely collection and delivery of components powering Electron and other missions. You’ll be the face of Rocket Lab to suppliers, supporting the Logistics Team with driving, vehicle maintenance, stores receipting/dispatch, and general logistics operations.

Key traits include a Full Class Two license (manual), forklift endorsement, strong teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines while