New Zealand Couriers
Freight Handler
- Posted 6d ago
- On Site
- Part Time
Location
Gisborne
Job Description
About New Zealand Couriers
Proudly NZ-owned and operated, for over fifty years our company has been driving ahead of the competition thanks to our passionate team and results-focused service delivery. Now with over 1,100 employees, and 550 independent contractors in 25 locations across New Zealand, we are proud to serve the local communities we work in, to be New Zealand’s most experienced courier provider, and to be the flagship brand of Freightways.
About the Role
Based at our Gisborne branch, our Freight Handlers sort and load parcels, working to deadlines to have everything ready for courier pick up and delivery in the morning. In joining the Freight Handler team, you are a crucial part of the nationwide mission to deliver our customers’ freight safely and on time. Freight Sorters also assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the depot, and be dedicated to the team’s Health and Safety.
We can offer permanent part-time hours, working Tuesday to Saturday 5:00am - 7:30am.
About you
- Can lift up to 25kg repetitively and enjoy working on your feet
- Strong commitment to Health and Safety
- Able to commit to night hours
- Willing to put team goals at the forefront of your work
- Experience in warehousing depot environments is a plus
What can we offer?
- Night-shift allowance paid on top of hourly wage
- A hardworking team dedicated to shared goals
- Free onsite parking
Access career opportunities with the Freightways group of companies
If this sounds like you, apply here now to join a high-performing company! Please include your CV detailing your experience and suitability for this role.
All candidates will be required to provide proof of NZ working rights and undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal history check and drug test.
Hard Skills Required
- Freight Sorting
- Forklift Operation
- Warehousing Experience
- Heavy Lifting (up to 25kg)
- Health and Safety Compliance
Soft Skills Required
- Physical Stamina
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Work Ethic
Benefits and Perks
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🧕Inclusive Workspace
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💚Counselling Services
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🅿Free Parking
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🎖Long Service Rewards
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💹Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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📈Professional Development
Job Schedule
- Evening Shift