Yard & Forklift Operator

Hynds; Pokeno; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Company partner discounts

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Hynds is seeking a reliable Yard & Forklift Operator for our busy Pokeno site. This hands-on role involves outdoor work, operating forklifts, stock control and supporting site activities while upholding high safety and quality standards.

You will move products, load/unload trucks, pick/pack orders, process inbound goods, maintain stock accuracy and keep the yard tidy and safe. Training and development are offered.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience is essential, with a current licence and strong safety focus.
• Good health and safety awareness and commitment to safe operating procedures.
• Strong teamwork and communication in a busy yard environment.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Reliable, proactive, and able to learn quickly in a hands-on setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move products safely around the site.
• Load and unload trucks accurately and efficiently.
• Pick, pack and dispatch customer orders.
• Receive and process inbound goods.
• Maintain stock accuracy and support stocktakes.
• Keep the yard clean, organised and safe at all times.
• Perform daily equipment checks and report maintenance issues.
• Support production and other teams as required.
• Follow health, safety, quality and environmental procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Health and safety

Teamwork

Independent work

Communication

Job description

We're looking for a reliable and safety-focused Yard & Forklift Operator to join our busy Pokeno team. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating forklifts, and being part of a team that keeps products moving efficiently and safely.

You'll play an important role in yard operations, stock control, product handling, and supporting site activities while maintaining our high standards of safety, quality, and customer service.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operating forklifts to safely move products throughout the site
• Loading and unloading trucks accurately and efficiently
• Picking, packing, and dispatching customer orders
• Receiving and processing inwards goods
• Maintaining stock accuracy and assisting with stocktakes
• Keeping the yard clean, organised, and safe at all times
• Completing daily equipment checks and reporting maintenance issues
• Supporting production and operational teams as required
• Following all health, safety, quality, and environmental procedures

What You'll Bring

• Current Forklift Licence and F Endorsement
• Experience operating forklifts in a manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, construction, or similar environment
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Physical fitness and the ability to undertake manual handling tasks
• Reliability, initiative, and a strong work ethic

Why Join Hynds?

At Hynds, we're committed to investing in our people and providing opportunities to grow and succeed. In return for your skills and commitment, you'll enjoy:

• Health insurance (subject to eligibility)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Company partner discounts
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• Stable employment with a successful, family-owned New Zealand business
• Opportunities for career development across the wider Hynds Group

About You

You're someone who enjoys being hands-on, takes pride in maintaining a safe and organised workspace, and values working as part of a team. You bring a positive attitude, a willingness to help where needed, and a commitment to delivering quality work every day.