Warehouse Operator

JobSpace; Napier; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and comprehensive Pak

Training and career development

Inclusive and supportive workplace

Job summary

ABB Napier is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Operator to manage warehousing activities from receiving through to dispatch. You will be responsible for picking components for the manufacturing division with accuracy, updating SAP-based systems, and ensuring safe handling of stock from parts to final products.

The role requires a proactive team player with strong numeracy, good communication, and the ability to work at pace in a physical environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of personal safety and others; follow procedures and report hazards.
• Pick components from stock for manufacturing with precision and efficiency.
• Update Warehouse Management and Inventory Systems with attention to detail.
• Safely handling stock from parts to final products.
• Plan daily operations around deliveries; coordinate resources and equipment.
• Sort and arrange material for storage to maximise space and accessibility.
• Prepare products for transport with care and accuracy.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Logistics knowledge

SAP experience

Communication skills

Numeracy

Team player

Forklift licence desirable

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 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.

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?

• 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.