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Forklift Operator - Pulp Handling
- Tauranga, New Zealand
- Full time
- Opening on: Sep 21 2026
What's on offer:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Free health insurance plus other great staff benefits
- We are an essential industry, there is always work available
- 4 on, 2 off AM roster that offers flexibility
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to join our Pulp Marshalling team on a permanent 4 on / 2 off AM roster. You’ll be responsible for safely handling pulp bales using clamp forklifts, including unloading, stacking, moving stock, and loading containers and vessels. This role requires reliability, a strong safety focus, and the ability to work in a fast-paced 24/7 port environment.
Status: Full-time permanent position, 4x2 AM roster
Specific Responsibilities:
- Load and unload pulp from rail wagons, trucks, containers, and vessels
- Allocate pulp accurately to customer orders
- Load and unload containers with top lifter onto trucks
- Complete electronic scanning and documentation accurately
- Maintain a safe working environment and report all incidents and near misses
- Work collaboratively within the marshalling and warehousing team
Who we're after:
- Proven clamp forklift experience
- Container top lifter experience
- Strong safety focus and attention to detail
- Reliable, flexible, and comfortable with day/night shift work
- Full Class 1 Driver License
- Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks
About us
Qube Ports NZ is a nationwide service provider offering a comprehensive range of cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing services, 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.
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