Storeperson

Waipa Networks Limited; Te Awamutu; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded health insurance

Life insurance cover twice base annual

Competitive pay

Job summary

Waipa Networks Limited in Te Awamutu is seeking a hands-on Storeperson to help keep materials and equipment moving. You will receive, store, pick, pack and ensure items are ready when needed, while maintaining tidy yards and facilities.

This role requires forklift licence, good computer skills for inventory management and a practical, detail-focused approach. You’ll join a community-owned team that values safety, teamwork and delivering reliable service.

Qualifications

• Experience in stores or warehousing would be an advantage, but isn’t essential.
• Forklift licence with F endorsement.
• Physically fit and able to safely lift up to 20kg.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good computer skills for inventory management.
• A great attitude and willingness to help others.

Responsibilities

• Stock management: Receive, inspect and organise goods, maintain accurate inventory records and assist with stocktakes
• Stores administration: Help improve storage procedures and support day-to-day administration
• Yard and plant maintenance: Help keep our yard and facilities in good shape, coordinating maintenance when needed
• Deliveries: Safely unload and handle goods, including operating a forklift for heavy loads.

Skills

Stores/warehousing experience

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Teamwork

Good computer skills

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Full-time | Permanent | Te Awamutu

Help keep the lights on across Waipā.

We’re looking for a hands‑on, detail-focused Storeperson to join our team. You’ll play a key role in keeping our materials and equipment moving, from receiving and storing stock to picking, packing and making sure everything is where it needs to be.

If you enjoy practical mahi, like to stay organised and want to be part of a team that keeps our community connected, this could be your next move.

Why join Waipā Networks?

We’re a community‑owned electricity distribution business supplying power to more than 60,000 people across Cambridge, Te Awamutu, Kāwhia and surrounding areas.

Our region is growing, and with plenty of network projects ahead, we need someone who can help make sure our teams have the materials and equipment they need to get the job done.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a close‑knit team that values honesty, teamwork and doing the mahi that matters for our community.

What’s in it for you

• A supportive, down‑to‑earth workplace where your efforts are recognised and valued
• Competitive pay
• Fully funded health insurance cover, for you and your whanau
• Life insurance cover worth twice your base annual salary.

What the role involves

You’ll help keep our store running smoothly, making sure materials and equipment are organised, safe and ready when they’re needed. You’ll also help maintain our yard and facilities, working closely with the Store and Inventory Manager and wider Commercial team.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Stock management: Receive, inspect and organise goods, maintain accurate inventory records and assist with stocktakes
• Stores administration: Help improve storage procedures and support day‑to‑day administration
• Yard and plant maintenance: Help keep our yard and facilities in good shape, coordinating maintenance when needed
• Deliveries: Safely unload and handle goods, including operating a forklift for heavy loads.

About you

You’re practical, reliable, and take pride in getting the details right. You enjoy working as part of a team and know how important it is to keep things running safely and efficiently.

Here’s what you’ll bring:

• Experience in stores or warehousing would be an advantage, but isn’t essential
• Forklift licence with F endorsement
• Physically fit and able to safely lift up to 20kg
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good computer skills for inventory management
• A great attitude and willingness to help others.