Depot Operator

3 days ago


Otago, New Zealand Port Otago Limited Full time

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.
We are looking for someone to join our Dunedin Depot team on a permanent, full-time basis as a Depot Operator.
About You:
At Port Otago, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We are especially interested in hearing from people who bring the following qualities:

Physical ability to undertake heavy labouring with a strong commitment to health and safety for themselves and their team.
A positive, collaborative attitude that embraces challenges with confidence.
Team-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others and contributing to shared success.
A demonstrated strong work ethic, availability, attendance, timekeeping skills, and a team player.
Confident with computers as you will need to use our various systems.
Ability to learn to operate heavy machinery or already able to operate heavy machinery.

Previous experience with steel cutting, fabrication, welding, and painting would be advantageous, however full training will be provided to the successful candidate.
About the Role:
You will be trained in and be responsible for providing various duties associated with the day-to-day running of our Dunedin Container Depot Sites such as:

Wash pad activities - surveying containers, identifying those needing repairs, cleaning of containers to MAF and customer standards and completing audit sheets as required.
Repairer - carrying out the necessary repairs or upgrades to containers including welding and fabrication.
Container Movement - operating our side loaders, which are responsible for the movement of empty containers to and from both road and rail transport and yard storage.

Our Dunedin Depot team operate Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Some flexibility to work overtime to meet operational requirements may be necessary.
Why Port Otago?

Health insurance paid for you and your partner and dependent children (valued at $4,000 p.a).
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.
Work alongside and learn from a fantastic team, with opportunities for upskilling and career development.

Heads up:

A full clean NZ Drivers licence is required, including an excellent driving record.
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.

How do I apply?
Please apply directly via our Port Otago website to ensure your application is completed in full.
Please ensure that you include a copy of your up-to-date CV along with your application.
Applications close Sunday 27 October 2024 at 5pm. Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications as they come in and the close date may change.

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