Nightshift Forklift Operator

Niagara Sawmilling Company; Invercargill City; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading timber producer in Invercargill is seeking a motivated individual to manage stock and timber movements. This full-time role offers stable hours, training, and opportunities for professional growth. Candidates should be reliable, communicate clearly, and have forklift experience. The company values teamwork and integrity, offering a safe and supportive work environment.

Benefits

Supportive culture with opportunities to upskill

Stable job with weekly pay and overtime rates

Safe and positive work environment

Employee referral scheme

Long-service recognition

Children's Christmas party

End-of-year function

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and capable of working effectively both independently and in a team.
• Willingness to provide honest communication and support to colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock, infeed, and internal timber movements.
• Work with a local business committed to a supportive and stable environment.

Skills

Proven reliability with past employers or training providers

Clear and honest communication skills

Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively

Forklift experience and/or a forklift licence

Confidence using a computer and willingness to learn new programs

Good mathematical ability

Job description

As we celebrate 90 years of operation, Niagara Sawmilling continues to grow as a trusted and respected name in New Zealand’s timber industry. We produce superior radiata pine and timber products for national and international markets. With nearly a century of innovation, craftsmanship, and commitment behind us, we are proud to be attracting skilled and passionate individuals who share our values and vision for the future.

Are you ready for a stable role that offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to work with a proudly local business? We are on the lookout for a motivated individual ready to take the next step in their career.

This role will primarily focus on managing stock, infeed, and internal timber movements. This role offers a guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week. Overtime is regular and compensated at an enhanced rate. The position also includes a night shift allowance.

We are seeking someone who is responsible, self-motivated, and capable of working effectively both independently and within a small team. Full on-site training will be provided, but the following skills and attributes are essential:

• Proven reliability with past employers or training providers
• Clear and honest communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively to meet deadlines and output targets
• Forklift experience and/or a forklift licence
• Confidence using a computer and willingness to learn new programs
• Good mathematical ability

At Niagara, we value our people and provide:

• A supportive and evolving culture with continuous opportunities to upskill
• A secure and stable job with weekly pay and overtime rates
• A safe and positive work environment
• An employee referral scheme
• Long-service recognition
• An end-of-year function for you and your partner
• Children's Christmas party including Mr Whippy, a Nerf room and more!

At Niagara, we are not just looking for employees we are looking for team members who embody the values that make us a great place to work. We Work as a Team, where honest communication, mutual support, and a shared purpose drive everything we do. We Act with Integrity, treating every individual with respect, keeping our commitments, and always doing the right thing. We Strive for Excellence, prioritising the wellbeing of our people, continuously improving, and investing in innovative solutions to deliver the best service to our customers.

As part of our growing team, you will be supported in your career development, encouraged to contribute to our culture of safety, and offered opportunities for professional growth. We are looking for individuals who not only meet the technical requirements of the role but also align with our values bringing passion, reliability, and a dedication to teamwork and excellence

The rates offered are reflective of your individual experience and will be reviewed regularly to ensure they remain competitive.

As part of our commitment to safety, all offers of employment are subject to pre-employment drug testing and a medical. In addition to pre-employment testing, ongoing breath alcohol and urine drug testing is a normal part of our workplace safety program.

We invite you to apply online by submitting your cover letter and CV. Only applications submitted online will be considered.

Key Details:

• Full Time
• Application Closes 28 Oct 2025
• Southland - Invercargill
• OnSite