Warehouse Team Leader

Service Foods Ltd

Upper Hutt

On-site

NZD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Fast-paced environment

Job summary

Service Foods Ltd Wellington seeks an experienced Team Leader to support daily operations at our Wellington Warehouse, servicing national customers including well-known QSR brands. This hands-on role leads a committed team, drives performance, and upholds quality and food safety.

You will oversee rostering, staff performance, stock control, and ensure safe, efficient operations in a temperature-controlled environment.

Qualifications

Experience supervising or leading a team in a warehouse/logistics setting.
Class 2 driver's licence preferred.
Forklift licence and practical experience.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Ability to train, coach, and communicate with diverse teams.
Physical fitness for lifting and floor-based work as required.
Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to H&S practices.
Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
Knowledge of basic food ingredients.
Proven track record in improving operational efficiency.
Ability to work in a temperature-controlled environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with managing day-to-day warehouse operations.
Oversee staff performance and address issues where required.
Pick, pack, check, and wrap national customer orders.
Provide relief driving support when needed (Class 2 preferred).
Support Inwards Goods, receipting, credits, and stock corrections.
Provide operational cover for the Team Supervisor during leave.
Maintain the highest standards of quality and food safety.
Foster a collaborative and positive team culture.
Support roster planning and task allocation.
Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment.
Conduct training to upskill team members.

Skills

Team leadership

Strong communication

Time management

Safety practices

Train and coach

Physical fitness

Temperature-controlled environment

Operational efficiency

Team collaboration

Tools

Class 2 licence

Forklift licence

Job description

Do you thrive in a dynamic, hands‑on environment?
Are you looking to build a rewarding career in the food services industry?

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to support the day‑to‑day operations of our Wellington Warehouse, servicing our national customers — including well‑known QSR brands.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll help lead a committed team, maintain operational excellence, and contribute directly to our service delivery standards.

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a busy operational facility. As the Team Leader– National Contracts, you’ll support the coordination of people, processes, and performance while ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency across the department.

Position snapshot

Immediate start
Roster: Monday to Friday + rotational Saturdays
Hours: 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: William Durant Drive, Upper Hutt

Key Responsibilities

Assist with managing day‑to‑day warehouse operations
Oversee staff performance and address issues where required
Pick, pack, check, and wrap national customer orders
Provide relief driving support when needed (Class 2 preferred)
Support Inwards Goods, receipting, credits, and stock corrections
Provide operational cover for the Team Supervisor during leave
Maintain the highest standards of quality and food safety
Foster a collaborative and positive team culture
Support roster planning and task allocation
Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment
Conduct training to upskill team members

About You

You will have experience working in a warehouse or logistics environment, ideally with exposure to supervising or leading a team. You’ll bring strong communication skills, a hands‑on approach, and the ability to maintain performance standards in a fast‑paced operational setting.

You will bring:

Supervisory or Team Leader experience
Class 2 driver’s licence (preferred)
Forklift licence and practical experience
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to train, coach, and communicate with diverse teams
Physical fitness — lifting, moving freight, and floor‑based work as required
Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to H&S practices
Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
Knowledge of basic food ingredients
Proven track record in improving operational efficiency
Ability to work in a temperature‑controlled environment

Why Join Us?

At Service Foods, we champion innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We value people who work hard, take pride in what they do, and are committed to delivering exceptional service.

We offer: