Warehouse Assistant

Messenger-Services; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Messenger Services invites applications for a Warehouse Assistant in Christchurch, NZ, supporting Kiwi Oversize operations. This fixed-term full-time role suits reliable, team-focused individuals who thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment and are eligible to work in New Zealand.

You will assist with stock handling, receive and track deliveries, lift heavy items, and, where needed, operate a forklift. A strong focus on safety, clear communication, and a proactive mindset are essential to

Qualifications

• Unfaltering customer-first focus with a passion for delivering service excellence.
• Lateral thinker who can find solutions outside the box.
• Geographical knowledge of Christchurch and main towns across NZ.
• Physically fit and reliable.
• Strong focus on Health & Safety in the workplace.
• Positive team player with desire to be part of a high performing team.
• Future leader with ability to motivate and inspire people.
• Eligibility to work and live in Christchurch, NZ.
• Forklift experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Track and trace deliveries and coordinate between office and depot.
• Lift large or heavy items as required.
• Operate forklift where applicable and as trained.
• Contribute to a high-performing, safety‑mocused team.

Skills

Customer focus

Problem solving

Geography knowledge

Physical fitness

Health & safety

Team player

Leadership potential

Work eligibility

Forklift experience

Job description

Career Opportunities: Warehouse Assistant (17286)

Requisition ID17286-Posted22/10/2026-Messenger Services-Depot Operations-Auckland-Fixed Term Full Time-Manufacturing and warehousing-New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch City

Are you confident, friendly, fast thinking, an excellent communicator and keen to work for a company where no 2 days are the same? Then look no further.

About MSL - Kiwi Oversize

Messenger Services Limited (MSL) is a leading provider of time-sensitive, secure courier and logistical services in New Zealand. Based in three main centres, Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. MSL offers a diverse suite of high-quality solutions operating under the brand names SUB60, Kiwi Oversize and Security Express.

Members of the MSL team are leading experts in creating logistical outcomes that were never thought possible and constantly impress our awesome customers. Why and how do we achieve this?

Our people are valued, dynamic and relentless when it comes to helping customers become leaders in their own industries. We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team as a Warehouse Assistant.

You will thrive on providing the best customer experience, be highly motivated, think outside the box and have great communication skills.

OurKiwi Oversizebusiness is expanding and growing quickly. We have an exciting opportunity for someone who likes both the office and depot lifestyles in one role! From track and trace of customers deliveries to lifting large or heavy items and using a forklift, this role has it all!

The successful candidate will possess the following attributes and competencies:

• An unfaltering customer-first focus with a passion for delivering service excellence
• A lateral thinker who can look outside the box to find solutions
• Some geographical knowledge of Christchurch and main towns or cities across New Zealand
• Physically fit and reliable
• A focus on Health & safety in the workplace is imperative
• A positive team player that has a strong desire to be part of a high performing team
• A future leader with the ability to motivate and inspire people
• You must be eligible to work and live in Christchurch, New Zealand
• Forklift experience is also an advantage

This is a fixed term position, Monday to Friday 42.5 hours per week (some flexibility will be required at times) An immediate start desirable through to January 29th 2027.

We are proud to be recognized as one of New Zealand's Employers of Choice. When asking our team what they like best about being part of the MSL team, they will tell you it is our people and our culture.

With our values are at the heart of everything we do, we are committed to creating opportunities and new possibilities for our employees. So, and be part of a culture where we embrace equal opportunities and promote wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion.

Become part of our thrivingMSL - Kiwi Oversizeteam and the broader Freightways Group of successful companies. We offer career advancement opportunities and a stimulating, rewarding work environment with a great way to stay fit while earning!