Warehouse Operator

JobSpace; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Career development

Global opportunities

Forklift training

Job summary

ABB Napier is seeking a Warehouse Operator to join the team, overseeing goods from receiving through dispatch. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficient stock management within a fast-paced environment.

You’ll work closely with the Warehouse Supervisor to plan daily operations, manage inventory updates, and prepare products for transport, with occasional outdoor duties. Forklift training provided if needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse or similar environment with understanding of warehouse operations.
• Understanding of inwards and outwards goods and logistics.
• Experience with a Warehouse Management System (SAP) advantageous.
• Willingness to learn and navigate computer systems confidently.
• Team player with positive attitude and solution-focused approach.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Good with numbers.
• Forklift Licence desirable; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Take personal responsibility for safety and report hazards promptly.
• Pick components from stock for manufacturing with precision.
• Update Warehouse Management and Inventory Systems with attention to detail.
• Safely handle stock from parts and semi-finished goods to final products.
• Plan daily operations around deliveries, coordinating resources and equipment availability.
• Sort and arrange material for storage according to procedures, maximising space.
• Prepare products for transport with care and accuracy.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Team player

Good with numbers

Forklift licence desirable

SAP experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to: Planning and Fulfillment Manager

A Brief Overview

This role conducts all activities related to the handling of parts and semi-finished or final products in the warehouse or to/from the production line. Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

Your Role and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, you'll take ownership of our warehousing operations at our Napier site. As part of our warehousing team, you'll be the backbone of our supply chain - ensuring goods flow efficiently from receiving through to dispatch. Your expertise and ability to work at pace will be critical in maintaining our warehouse standards and keeping our operation running smoothly.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Taking personal responsibility for your own safety and that of those around you, following established procedures and reporting hazards promptly
• Picking components from stock for our manufacturing division with precision and efficiency
• Updating Warehouse Management and Inventory Systems updates with attention to detail
• Safely handling stock from parts and semi-finished goods to final products.
• Planning daily operations around expected deliveries, coordinating resources and equipment availability
• Sorting and arranging material for storage according to established procedures, maximising space and accessibility
• Preparing products for transport with care and accuracy

The Warehouse team work closely together to do what is required to get the job done. It's a physical role working primarily inside but also involves some outside work unloading and loading vehicles arriving on site.

Qualifications for the Role

• Experience working in a warehouse or similar environment with a sound understanding of warehouse operations
• An understanding of inwards and outwards goods and the world of logistics will be beneficial
• Experience with a Warehouse Management System like SAP would be an advantage
• A positive desire to learn with the ability to navigate computer systems confidently
• A team player with a positive team attitude and a solution-focused approach
• Strong written and spoken communication skills
• Good with numbers
• A current Forklift Licence is desirable; however, necessary training will be provided

What's in it for you?

Join ABB, a global technology leader in electrification and automation that is actively enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future for industries and communities worldwide. This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger.

• Be part of an exciting and growing business that is shaping the future of smart power and sustainable energy solutions
• Benefit from a comprehensive insurance package, including health insurance, giving you and your family confidence and peace of mind
• Access real growth and career development opportunities within a global organisation that genuinely invests in its people
• Build your skills in a supportive, hands-on environment where continuous learning is encouraged and valued
• Join a collaborative, inclusive team where your contribution matters and your potential is recognised
• Career development and progression opportunities across a global organisation
• On-the-job training and upskilling support, including forklift licence training where required
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture
• Access to ABB's global tools, learning platforms and resources

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?