Seasonal Forklift Driver – Despatch (6 Months)

TUMU Timbers; Hastings; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Drug-free workplace

Job summary

TUMU Timbers in Hawke's Bay is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver for a fixed-term six-month period from October 2026 to March 2027. You will join the Despatch team to move finished products and load trucks with pallets and cut-to-length timber.

Role requires a minimum of two years forklift experience, a valid licence, and a strong safety focus in a fast-paced environment. Drug and alcohol-free workplace applies with pre-employment screening.

Qualifications

• Two years' proven forklift operating experience, ideally within manufacturing or warehousing.
• Restricted Driver Licence or higher.
• Experience loading trucks/trailers; double pallet handlers preferred.
• Commitment to working safely in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Move finished products safely with forklifts and load trucks/trailers with pallets and timber.
• Operate forklifts fitted with Cascade double pallet handlers.
• Adhere to 7:00am–5:00pm, Monday–Friday schedule (45 hours/week) with potential overtime up to 6pm.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

TUMU Timbers in Hawke's Bay is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver for a fixed-term six-month period from October 2026 to March 2027. You will join the Despatch team to move finished products and load trucks with pallets and cut-to-length timber.

Role requires a minimum of two years forklift experience, a valid licence, and a strong safety focus in a fast-paced environment. Drug and alcohol-free workplace applies with pre-employment screening.