Store Person - Ruakura

Big Chill Distribution; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Chill Distribution is hiring a Store Person at the Ruakura Hamilton branch. You will load and unload client freight, operate a forklift, and ensure goods are received in good condition while maintaining safety standards.

The role runs 4:00pm to 12:30am, Monday to Friday with Sundays rostered. Ability to work in a chilly environment and a strong team mindset are essential for success.

Qualifications

• A genuine team player who values respect and collaboration.
• Reliable, punctual, and ready to roll up your sleeves.
• Previous experience in warehousing, logistics, or freight handling (helpful but not essential).
• Comfortable working in a chiller or freezer environment.
• Commitment to working safely and following company procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks using a forklift.
• Position pallets and sort freight.
• Check line-haul units are operating at correct temperatures before unloading.
• Ensure both the chiller and freezer floors are clear each morning and items are loaded to the correct runs.
• Uphold the company’s health and safety rules/regulations.

Job description

Career Opportunities: Store Person - Ruakura (17146)

Requisition ID17146-Posted04/10/2026-Big Chill Distribution-Stores-Ruakura Branch-Ruakura-Permanent Full Time-Manufacturing and warehousing-New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton

You've probably seen our recognisable polar bear logo on trucks going from town to town. Big Chill Distribution is a leader in the storage and express delivery of chilled and frozen products nationwide, with eleven depots strategically positioned throughout New Zealand.

At Big Chill we pride ourselves on delivering excellence in transportation services. We're a dynamic and growing company dedicated to providing top notch logistics solutions to our clients nationwide.

Here’s what you will do

Our Hamilton team are seeking a highly organised and detail oriented Store Person to load and unload our client's freight, ensuring the product is received in a suitable condition.

The shift time for this role is 4:00pm - 12:30am Monday - Friday and rostered Sundays.

Job Description

• To load and un-load trucks using a Forklift
• To position pallets and sort freight.
• To check line-haul units are operating at correct temperatures before opening doors to unload.
• To ensure both the chiller and freezer floors are clear every morning and any remaining items are loaded to the correct runs before departure.
• To uphold the company’s commitment to all Health & Safety rules/regulations.

Our Values:

Here at Big Chill, our core values are the foundation of everything we do, they allow us to really understand who we are and what we are all about.

We are committed to Family and Team, Encouragement, Accountability and Honesty, Image and Brand, and Respect. We support each other to work safely together, we empower and encourage people to be their best, we take accountability for our actions, we are dedicated to exhibiting a positive image, and we have respect for one- another.

What we’re looking for….

• A genuine team player who values respect and collaboration.
• Reliable, punctual, and ready to roll up your sleeves.
• Previous experience in warehousing, logistics, or freight handling (helpful but not essential).
• Comfortable working in a chiller or freezer environment.
• Commitment to working safely and following company procedures.

What can Big Chill offer you?

• We offer a new and modern environment to work, in our Hamilton branch, situated in the Ruakura Superhub.
• At Big Chill we offer a supportive team environment where we uplift one another and strive for success.
• We offer you a business that has over 25 years of industry experience, so the opportunity to learn and grow is endless.
• We offer a competitive rate as we believe in fairly compensating our workers.

The successful candidate will be required to pass a drug test and satisfactory MoJ criminal check and ACC check prior