Timaru Foreman

ABOUT US

3 Islands Intermodal (3i) represents the next chapter in New Zealand's logistics and shipping industry. Born from McIntyre Logistics Ltd's acquisition of SSA New Zealand in December 2024, 3i is proudly New Zealand's only locally-owned nationwide port services provider. With over 50 years of history in the industry, we combine tradition with innovation, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and safe solutions for our customers. Explore exciting career opportunities at New Zealand's only Kiwi-owned nationwide port services provider. Whether you're just starting or looking to advance, we have a place for you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position is responsible for directing and managing the day-to-day operations of a dedicated team of stevedores engaged in loading and unloading ships. The successful candidate will have a strong focus on Health, Safety & Environmental concerns providing a safe work environment for all. We are searching for someone who is an excellent problem-solver with willingness to get their hands dirty to assist stevedores where possible. The 3i Timaru operation is a 24/7 business encompassing 8 and 12-hour day and night shifts inclusive of weekends and public holidays. This is not an office-based role with over 75% of responsibilities directing operations on-board the ship or on the wharf. In this role, you will be prepared to travel to other ports as a foreman to assist if and where required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Conducting pre-start toolbox meetings
• Ensuring the overall safety of the operations team (including contractors and other PCBU's) through appropriate communication of traffic management plans, operating standards, and procedures
• Ensuring all operational equipment is operated correctly and maintained to OEM standards while managing repairs when required
• Managing cargo flow through the effective use of cargo management systems
• Providing appropriate reports to customers, management, and other key stakeholders and therefore need to have some basic computer skills, Excel and Word including email communication via Microsoft Outlook

BENEFITS:

• Career advancement and development opportunities
• Match up to 7% superannuation

PLEASE NOTE:The successful candidate must hold a full NZ Driver's Licence Class 1, and be prepared to undertake training to attain Class 2 with WT&R's.

All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and D&A assessment, and must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

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This advertisement will close on Friday 14th November 2025.