Processing Officer Invercargill - AM shift

New Zealand Post; Southland; On-site; NZD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

New Zealand Post is seeking a Processing Officer for an AM shift at our Avenal branch. Your day includes sorting, consolidating and dispatching parcels to ready them for courier delivery, with a focus on accuracy and safety. A supportive team environment helps you contribute to our nationwide parcel network.

The role requires lifting up to 25 kg, being alert to detail, and having NZ working rights. Night-rate allowances apply until 6am; hours include Mon-Thu and Saturday mornings.

Qualifications

• Be physically capable of lifting up to 25 kg.
• Reliable team player with a can‑do attitude.
• NZ working rights and eligibility to work in NZ.
• Forklift experience is an advantage but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Sort, consolidate and dispatch parcels and freight at Avenal branch.
• Assist couriers by preparing orders for delivery.
• Maintain a safe, accurate and efficient work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Geographical knowledge

Teamwork

Commitment to safety

Job description

Processing Officer, AM shift$26.75 per hour + night rate allowance until 6amMon to Thurs and Saturday 3.30am - 9.30amAvenal locationEver wondered about the magic behind parcel delivery? It's a tale of teamwork, cutting-edge and data-led technology, and some truly awesome people. All united by one mission - to deliver for New Zealand. Ready to be a part of that story? Let's go!Korero mo te turanga - About the roleOur Processing Officers create the magic by sorting, consolidating and dispatching parcels and freight at our Avenal branch, ready for our couriers to deliver. We're a lively bunch, with a diverse set of skills, but we all share one common goal - to contribute to the growth and prosperity of our beautiful Aotearoa. Want to see what our Processing Officers do? Check out this clip to get an insight into a day in the life: https://youtu.be/sjTzvEDRUaYHe Aha Te Pai - What you'll love about us!Learning and development opportunities to help support your career goalsA safe and secure work environmentA stable, government owned agency who isn't going anywhere!$26.75 per hour PLUS an extra $3.29 per hour night rate allowance until 6am!Mou - About youBe available to work Mon to Thurs, and Saturday morning 3.30am - 9.30amForklift experience an advantage, but not essentialFull working rights in New ZealandBe a committed teammate, keeping yourself, others and the site safeEnergy for a physically demanding role - can you lift up to 25kgs?An eye for detail and good geographical knowledgeWell, are you up for it? If that sounds like a story you'd like to be a part of, join our vibrant NZ Post team.At NZ Post, we know what values we hold and the exciting direction we are taking our business. Alongside the opportunity to work with an outstanding team, our permanent employees enjoy a wide variety of benefits including:Special rates on fantastic holiday home accommodation around New ZealandFull use of a Wellness portal to help you lead a long, happy and healthy lifestyleAn Employee Assistance programme to support you when you need itNZ Post proudly stands as a Gold Supporter of Pride Pledge - because building an inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their authentic self to work is core to who we are.For more information about careers at NZ Post visit jobs.nzpost.co.nz. All applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand. Any appointment will be subject to a satisfactory drug test and security checkNZ Post is a values-based organisation and the behaviours and attitudes that will underpin our culture and future success are: Bring the real you- Stronger together- Deliver the best.