Rivero Recruitment Limited is seeking 5 experienced Forklift Drivers to join our workforce based in Auckland. These are full-time permanent positions supporting our client operations in the manufacturing and production sector. Successful candidates will be required to work across day and night shift rotations.

Position Details
• Location: Auckland
• Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
• Hours of Work: Minimum 30 hours per week, maximum 50 hours per week
• Pay Rate: $26.75 – $29.66 per hour
• Shift Work: Day and night shift rotations required
• Start Date: To be confirmed upon appointment

Key Responsibilities
• Operate counterbalance, reach, or other forklift types safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading trucks, containers, and storage areas
• Moving and storing palletised goods throughout the facility
• Conducting pre-operational forklift checks and maintaining equipment logs
• Picking, packing, and dispatching orders as required
• Adhering to all health, safety, and site-specific requirements
• Working collaboratively with warehouse and production teams

Requirements
• Minimum 3 years of proven forklift operating experience (required for AEWV applicants per WA3.16(ii))
• Current and valid forklift operator licence (NZ or overseas equivalent)
• Experience with counterbalance forklift operation essential; reach truck experience an advantage
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Reliable, punctual, and physically fit for shift work

Must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand

About Rivero Recruitment Limited
Rivero Recruitment Limited is an Auckland-based staffing and labour hire agency holding Immigration New Zealand Employer Accreditation (AEWV High Volume Triangular, valid through May 2027). We are committed to providing quality employment opportunities and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce.

How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter demonstrating your relevant experience to: esteban@riverorecruitment.co.nz
With Subject Line: Application – Forklift Driver – Auckland

Applications close after a minimum advertising period of 14 days. AEWV applicants must provide evidence of a minimum of 3 years forklift operating experience (as required under WA3.16(ii)) upon application.

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