Yardperson

Fletcher Construction; Wellington; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fletcher Construction is seeking an experienced Storeperson to own the stores, materials, plant tracking and yard operations on the Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi project in Wellington. You’ll work closely with engineers, supervisors, procurement and subcontractors to ensure materials, tools and equipment are where they need to be, when they need to be there.

This role goes beyond a traditional stores role, focusing on safe practice, effective stock control and efficient site logistics to

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, civil infrastructure, or heavy industry environment.
• Experience managing stores, plant, materials or site logistics.
• Current Class 1 licence with WTR endorsements and forklift licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the project store, yard and laydown areas.
• Receive, inspect and distribute materials, tools and equipment across site.
• Coordinate deliveries and dispatches to support construction activities.
• Track and manage hire equipment, plant and small tools to maximise utilisation and minimise costs.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and complete regular stock takes.
• Load and unload vehicles and safely operate forklifts and site equipment.
• Ensure dangerous goods are stored, managed and transported in accordance with project requirements.
• Maintain a safe, organised and efficient work environment that supports project delivery.
• Work closely with engineers, supervisors, procurement and logistics teams to keep construction activities moving.

Skills

Inventory management

Forklift operation

Planning & organisation

Health and safety

Stakeholder relations

Education

Class 1 licence with WTR endorsements

Forklift licence

Job description

Description

Are you ready to make a significant impact on a transformative project? Fletcher Construction is seeking an experienced Storeperson to join our team for Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi (Te Awa Kairangi).

About The Role

We're looking for an experienced Construction Storeperson to take ownership of the stores, materials, plant tracking and yard operations. Working closely with engineers, supervisors, procurement teams and subcontractors, you'll play a critical role in ensuring materials, tools, plant and equipment are where they need to be, when they need to be there. This is far more than a traditional storeperson role. You'll be a key part of keeping a major civil construction project running efficiently.

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the project store, yard and laydown areas
• Receive, inspect and distribute construction materials, tools and equipment across site
• Coordinate deliveries and dispatches to support construction activities
• Track and manage hire equipment, plant and small tools to maximise utilisation and minimise costs
• Maintain accurate inventory records and complete regular stock takes
• Load and unload vehicles and safely operate forklifts and site equipment
• Ensure dangerous goods are stored, managed and transported in accordance with project requirements
• Maintain a safe, organised and efficient work environment that supports project delivery
• Work closely with engineers, supervisors, procurement and logistics teams to keep construction activities moving

What You'll Bring To The Role

• Experience working in a construction, civil infrastructure, heavy industry, transport logistics or materials management environment
• Previous experience managing stores, plant, tools, materials or site logistics
• Current Class 1 licence with WTR endorsements
• Current forklift licence
• Experience operating forklifts and moving oversized construction materials
• Strong planning, organisation and inventory management skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships with site teams, suppliers and subcontractors
• A practical, proactive approach and strong commitment to health and safety

About Te Awa Kairangi

Te Awa Kairangi Alliance is delivering transport, walking and cycling improvements to the SH2 Melling interchange and rail station, as part of a wider flood protection and city revitalisation programme. Fletcher Construction is working with Alliance partners AECOM, NZTA, Taranaki Whānui and Ngāti Toa Rangatira to deliver this transformative project.

About Us

Fletcher Construction is a leading construction and infrastructure business delivering complex projects that support New Zealand’s communities, economy and future growth. Working across three brands, Fletcher Construction, Higgins and Brian Perry Civil, our teams deliver infrastructure and civil engineering projects, alongside maintaining and operating critical transport networks - bringing deep local knowledge, technical excellence and a strong commitment to safe, high-quality delivery. As part of VINCI Construction, a global leader in construction, we are guided by our vision – Build Better Together. We draw on the strength of an international network of more than 1,300 business units operating in over 100 countries, combining global expertise with the local decision making and relationships that enable successful delivery in New Zealand.

We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.