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Forklift Operator – Container Packing Operation

  • Tauranga, New Zealand
  • Full time
  • Opening on: Sep 23 2026

What's on offer:

  • Competitive hourly rate with 40-hour per week minimum guarantee
  • Monday to Friday operation on central Hewlett’s Road location
  • Great team culture

About the Role

We’re looking for two experienced Forklift Operators to join our Tauranga Warehouse team. Working with export timber products, you'll be responsible for safely operating forklifts ranging from 12T to 20T, handling timber products, loading containers, and supporting the day-to-day warehouse operations. This is a hands-on role that combines forklift operation with general warehouse duties, so you'll need to be above all thing’s safety-conscious, physically fit and enjoy working in a team environment.

Status: Full-time, 12-month Fixed Term | Monday to Friday operation

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Operate forklifts and handle timber products safely
  • Load, unload, and pack containers
  • Support general warehouse operations and safe work practices

Who we're after:

  • Previous forklift operating experience
  • Strong commitment to health and safety
  • Physically fit and comfortable with manual tasks
  • Good oral and written communication skills  
  • Full Class 1 Driver License + F endorsement + OSH Cert

About us

QUBE Ports NZ is one of NZ’s largest and fastest growing nationwide logistics service providers. As an extension of QUBE AU, we offer a comprehensive range of logistics solutions in the port industry including stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing, and IT solutions. Our pursuit of excellence empowers New Zealand exporters to compete effectively in global markets.

You must pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and be eligible to work in New Zealand. You will also need to pass a pre-employment ACC & MOJ Criminal History Check.

Applications close on 11th October. We will be reviewing candidates as they come in, so be sure to submit your application quickly.

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