Forklift Operator

5 months ago


Dunedin, New Zealand Port Otago Limited Full time

**Forklift Operator**

Port Otago Group’s business comprises a regional container terminal, bulk port activities, cruise and property investment and development. We service South Canterbury, Otago, and Southland, working with customers to streamline their supply chains. Our culture is hands-on, safety focused and encourages continuous improvement.

**About the Role**

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Forklift Operator to join our Supply Chain division on a permanent full-time basis within our Port Otago Warehouses, predominately based at our Dunedin Coldstores on Fryatt Street.
- Hours will predominantly be Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with some weekend and shift work depending on shipping and distribution schedules.
- When fishing vessels are in, you may be required to work a 12-hour shift.
- You may be required work at any of our four warehouses based in Port Chalmers, Sawyers Bay, Mosgiel or Dunedin (Cold Stores), while handling various products such as Fish, Dairy and Timber (in cases of short staffed or increased demand).

**About You**
- A high standard of health and safety.
- Current full driver’s license with F (Forklift) endorsement or OSH Forklift Certificate.
- Great communication skills with the confidence to speak up.
- Fantastic attention to detail and a drive to do well.
- Team player who thrives in a busy environment.

**Why Port Otago?**
- Contribution towards relocation costs of up to $5k to Dunedin
- Health insurance paid for you and your partner and dependent children (valued at $4,000pa)
- Superannuation matched up to 7%
- Enjoy a range of employee benefits including discounts for local businesses and access to fresh fruit at work.
- Full PPE (personal protective equipment) will be provided including boots.
- Additional hourly allowance for working in our Coldstores.

**Heads up**
- You must be able to pass Ministry of Justice, ACC checks and a medical which includes a drug and alcohol test as part of our recruitment process.
- Random drug and alcohol testing is conducted on a weekly basis at Port Otago.
- We welcome a diverse team; therefore, both men and women are encouraged to apply.

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