Operations Support/Freight Handler

3 days ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Messenger Services Full time NZ$45,000 - NZ$65,000 per year

Operations Support/Freight Handler

Dedicated Services (CHC Based)

Be part of a super smart and high performing team

Messenger Services Limited (MSL) is recognised as one of New Zealand's best employers and is the leading On Demand courier business in New Zealand.

Members of the MSL team lead the industry in innovative thinking, creating logistical outcomes that were never thought possible and constantly impress our awesome customers. Why and how do we achieve this?

Our people are valued, dynamic and relentless when it comes to helping customers become leaders in their own industries. We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team as a Dedicated Operations Support/Freight Handler. Key attributes our team are looking for is that you are a good person, have fleet or operational experience, assertive in your endeavours and a proven ability to prioritise, problem solve and multi-task to meet deadlines.

As a freight handler, you will not be afraid of hard work and be prepared to be on your feet lifting and moving freight, sometimes heavy items during your working shift. You will also be expected to be available for customer service calls and track and trace follow ups when assistance is required.

It is important that our employees are punctual, friendly, reliable, have attention to detail, and able to work easily with others in a team environment. You will need to have a sense of humour, be physically fit, reliable, and ideally have a good geographical knowledge of local, regional, and NZ wide cities and towns.

Below is an example of some key Strengths you will need to have:

  • Excellent communication skills and can build rapport with our Customer, Contractors, and your colleagues
  • Dynamic in your thought process and able to make quick decisions and not stall under pressure
  • You will have previous and proven experience in managing contractors or staff
  • Strong operational experience in the courier industry

You will be joining a high performing team where our daily decisions are based on ensuring our Contractors are well prepared and supported to deliver an exceptional service for our customer.

With our values are at the heart of everything we do, we are committed to creating opportunities and new possibilities for our employees. So, apply now and be part of a culture where we embrace equal opportunities and promote wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion.

This is a permanent full-time position, Monday to Friday for 42.5 hours a week between the working hours of 7:30 am to 4:30 pm (some flexibility will be required at times).

Please send your cover letter and CV, in confidence to:

Alex Jamieson

Operations Manager

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