Forklift Driver/Yards Person

4 days ago

Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand Silver Fern Farms Ltd Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year

Job Description
About the Role:
We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious
Forklift Driver/Yard Person
to join our team at a busy meat processing plant. This role is essential to ensuring smooth operations in our yard and warehouse areas.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to move products and materials.
  • Load and unload trucks and containers.
  • Maintain accurate records.
  • Assist with general yard duties, including cleaning and organizing work areas.
  • Plant maintenance, landscaping and general handyman work
  • Follow all health, safety, and hygiene standards.

What We're Looking For

  • Current forklift license (F endorsement preferred).
  • Previous experience in forklift operation and yard work.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and as part of a team.
  • Physically fit and able to work in outdoor conditions.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate.
  • Full-time, stable employment in a growing industry.
  • Supportive team environment.

Our processing departments are where carcasses are processed into finer cuts and packed to be sent to over one hundred countries worldwide who love to devour our 100% grass-fed red meat.

So, if you're physically fit, reliable and positive, we're really keen to hear from you because we believe we can offer you a role and a team you'll really enjoy.

Silver Fern Farms is working hard to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening is mandatory.

How To Apply
If you would like to be a part of a big family here at Silver Fern Farms, please click on "Apply" below to submit your application.

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