Yard & Forklift Operator: Safe, Steady Role with Growth

Hynds Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Company partner discounts

Ongoing training and development

Full product and systems training

Career opportunities across a nation­-

Supportive team culture and stable-em­

Job summary

Hynds is seeking a reliable Yard & Forklift Operator to join the Hornby team in Christchurch. You will ensure products are received, stored, and dispatched safely while delivering great service to customers at the counter.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will work with the wider team to keep orders on track, maintain a safe yard, and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities within a nationwide business.

Qualifications

• Full NZ Class 1 Driver Licence.
• Forklift F Endorsement, or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience in a yard, warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, transport, or similar environment.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Practical, hands-on approach with a positive attitude.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence using computer systems.
• Physical fitness and ability to regularly lift up to 20kg.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to load, unload, move, and store products.
• Pick and prepare customer orders.
• Load and unload trucks and customer vehicles.
• Receive and process inwards goods.
• Complete stocktakes and inventory transactions.
• Maintain a safe and organised yard.
• Assist customers with orders.
• Work with the wider team to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Driver Licence NZ

Forklift Endorsement

Yard/Warehouse experience

Health & Safety

Teamwork & Communication

Computer literacy

Physical fitness

Job description

Hynds is seeking a reliable Yard & Forklift Operator to join the Hornby team in Christchurch. You will ensure products are received, stored, and dispatched safely while delivering great service to customers at the counter.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will work with the wider team to keep orders on track, maintain a safe yard, and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities within a nationwide business.