Summary: Seeking an experienced forklift operator to support warehouse operations, focusing on safe handling, loading, unloading, and storage of timber products within a collaborative team. Highlights: 1. Long-term opportunity in a dispatch environment 2. Focus on safety, tidy environment, and teamwork 3. Opportunity to work with an established timber products manufacturer DISTRIBUTION FORKLIFT OPERATOR Location: Manukau City Full Time Permanent We are currently recruiting for an experienced forklift operator for our dispatch yard. We are an established business for over 30 years in the manufacturing of various timber products. We have a strong reputation for quality, reliability and integrity and are committed to providing sustainable timber products. If you are looking for a long-term opportunity in a dispatch environment this could be the perfect role for you. Position Overview: We are looking for an experienced forklift operator to support our warehouse operations. In this role you will be responsible for the safe operation of forklifts, ensuring the efficient handling, loading, unloading and storage of our timber products. This is a hands-on role that requires attention to detail, a strong focus on safety, a tidy environment and the ability to work effectively within a team. Key Responsibilities: • Forklift Operation: Safely operate counterbalance forklifts with double fork operation and to move materials around the warehouse ensuring products are placed in the correct locations • Inventory Management: Assist with inventory tracking ensuring that stock is stored in the correct place and rotated. • Loading/Unloading: Load and unload delivery trucks ensuring goods are handled with care and securely placed in the yard or warehouse. • Stock Picking: Accurately pick product for dispatch ensuring that orders are fulfilled according to specification and dispatch schedule. • Safety Compliance: Follow health & safety regulations and ensure that all operations are carried out safely. Conduct routine checks on equipment and machinery to ensure safe operation. • Team Collaboration: Work closely with administration team members to meet daily operational goals and ensure a smooth workflow. Skills & Experience: • Warehouse experience: Some experience in a warehouse with a strong background in forklift operation and stock handling. • Forklift Operation: Proven ability to operate counterbalance forklift with double forks safely and effectively. • Health & Safety Knowledge: A solid understanding of health & safety protocols in the workplace. Additional certifications such as Site Safe or first aid are a plus. • Reliability & Punctuality: Dependable with excellent attendance and punctuality to maintain efficient operations. • Problem solving: Ability to address and resolve warehouse challenges as and when required. • Communication Skills: Clear communication skills, including the use of 2-way radios to interact with team members and supervisors. Certification: • Forklift License: A current and valid forklift operator certification (e.g. OSH equivalent) Hours: • Hours vary on season 8 to 10 hours per day 6.30am start If you are interested, please apply now with your current CV to kp@bigtuff.co.nz Ph 0274 940782 or 09 277 9224 ext 709
Trademe · HR
Trademe · HR
