Are you an experienced Forklift Driver looking for your next opportunity in Auckland?

We’re seeking reliable, skilled, and safety-conscious drivers to join our growing team in a permanent role. We have 2 current vacancies. 

 

Our client is an Auckland-based supply chain business specialising in storage, handling, and distribution of goods. The company operates a structured and fast-paced warehouse environment and is seeking skilled forklift operators to support its growing operations. 

 

About the role 

This is a specialised forklift driving and operating role, where forklift operation forms a core part of daily duties in a busy warehouse environment operating across flexible rosters. 

This role is a Full-time, permanent position with minimum 40 hours per week, across Monday to Sunday on a rotating roster (including weekend and shift work as required) 

Key responsibilities include: 

  • Operating forklifts to load, unload, lift and stack palletised goods and materials  

  • Transporting goods between storage, racking, and dispatch areas  

  • Loading and unloading trucks and containers safely and efficiently  

  • Ensuring goods are stored correctly for accessibility and stock control  

  • Conducting pre-operational checks and reporting equipment faults  

  • Maintaining compliance with workplace health and safety requirements  

  • Supporting warehouse operations to ensure efficient movement of goods 

 

About the candidate 

To be considered, you will need all the following: 

  • At least 3 years of relevant work experience  

  • Minimum 1 year of hands-on forklift operating experience in New Zealand warehouse settings  

  • A valid New Zealand forklift licence 

  • Proven ability to safely operate forklifts in a fast-paced, high-volume environment 

  • Experience handling palletised goods, loading/unloading, and stock movement

  • Good understanding of warehouse processes and health & safety requirements

  • Flexibility to work weekends, rotating rosters, and shift-based schedules as required

  • Physically fit and able to perform manual handling tasks 

 

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to get started, apply now with your CV. You must advise of your immigration status for your application to be considered.

Employer Questions

Your application will include the following question(s):

  • How may years of relevant forklift experience do you have?
  • Do you agree to pre-employment police, health and mandatory alcohol/drug testing pre and during employment?
  • Do you have a Forklift Licence?
  • Do you need work visa support from the employer?