Yard & Drive Thru Team Member

PlaceMakers Christchurch; Wellington; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base remuneration

Career development opportunities

Staff buying privileges

Fuel discounts

KiwiSaver contributions

Education Fund

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

PlaceMakers Evans Bay in Wellington is seeking a Yard & Drive Thru Team Member to join our busy branch. You’ll work across the yard and drive-thru, assist customers, load vehicles and help deliver a great customer experience daily.

As a permanent full-time role, you’ll fit a hands-on trade environment, have a full NZ Class 1 licence, forklift experience, and be physically capable of heavy lifting. Training and benefits are provided by Fletcher Building Group.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse, timber yard, or trade-based environment.
• Physically fit with ability to lift heavy loads.
• NZ Class 1 driver's licence essential.
• Forklift experience with F endorsement desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers and recommend suitable products.
• Pick, assemble, and process orders and transactions.
• Load and unload customer vehicles, delivery vans, and supplier trucks.
• Support dispatch and coordinate daily deliveries.
• Monitor inventory and stock replenishment.

Job description

General Information

• Job Type: Permanent
• Category: Customer Service
• Business: PlaceMakers

Location: Wellington

Job Reference: 44359

Posted Date: 29-Aug-2026

Closing Date: 02-Oct-2026

Description

As a Yard & Drive Thru Team Member at PlaceMakers Evans Bay you’ll be the trusted expert our building trade customers rely on. Working across our yard and drive‑thru areas, you’ll provide hands‑on support and assistance, deliver tailored product advice, load vehicles and help to create a customer experience that keeps them coming back.

• Assist & recommend products that suit the needs and preferences of every customer
• Pick, assemble, and process orders and transactions
• Load and unload customer vehicles, delivery vans, and supplier trucks
• Support dispatch and coordinate daily deliveries
• Monitor inventory levels, complete cycle counts and stock replenishment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised yard through general housekeeping
• Operate a Forklift

Permanent full-time role at PlaceMakers Evans Bay Wellington branch offering 40 hours per week Monday to Friday.

About You

• Previous experience working in a warehouse, timber yard, or similar trade-based environment.
• Strong work ethic and an approachable, down-to-earth attitude
• Physically fit and capable of heavy lifting and manual handling
• Full NZ Class 1 drivers’ licence is essential
• Forklift experience with F endorsement is desirable
• Knowledge of building products or the construction industry is advantageous

Our Benefits

• Competitive base remuneration
• Genuine development opportunities that come with being part of the wider Fletcher Building Group
• Staff buying privileges and company benefits for you and your family
• Z Energy fuel discounts and free monthly Pie & coffee
• KiwiSaver employer contributions matched up to 4%
• Employee Education Fund
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme

Pre-employment checks

Pre-employment checks will include references, a medical assessment, drug and alcohol testing, a criminal background check, and confirmation of your legal right to work in New Zealand indefinitely.

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