Experienced Yard Forklift Operator

5 days ago


Ashburton, New Zealand Agstaff Full time

**About the Role**:
You'll work in a horticultural setting a short drive out of Ashburton. Our client's farm, equipment, and yards are exceptionally well-maintained and there is a real importance in the Health and Safety of their workers.

Your primary responsibility is to operate a forklift, loading and unloading bins of crops to and from the grading and packing areas. You may also be required to load and unload trucks with stock. This is a very busy yard so experience in a fast-paced environment is essential.

This is the perfect temporary to permanent opportunity for a local, as this is a long-term role.
- Operate a forklift
- Load, unload and stack bins of crops
- Be extremely Health & Safety conscious

**About You**:
You are an experienced, OSH-certified forklift operator with a can-do attitude and a strong adherence to Health & Safety procedures. If you have experience working in a packhouse environment, this will be highly beneficial.
- OSH-certified
- 2+ years of forklift experience

**What's On Offer**:

- Temp to perm opportunity for a local
- Earn $25 - $28 per hour
- 8% holiday pay accrued on top of hourly wage

**How to Apply**:
If you're interested in this role and have the experience required, please submit your CV/resume and contactable work references.

Please note: only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.



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