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Ashburton Online

Store Person

  • Posted 4w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Location

Ashburton


Job Description

  • Locally Family-Owned Company
  • Agricultural Industry
  • Time and a Half After 50 Hours


An opportunity has arisen to join the team at a leading provider of irrigation solutions servicing Mid Canterbury clients. If you thrive in a role that demands accuracy, efficient, and effective time management, we currently have a full-time, permanent vacancy for your next challenge.

The purpose of the role is to ensure the warehouse operates smoothly and that customers’ expectations (both external and internal) are met within specific deadlines—especially during seasonal peaks. This position would suit someone familiar with agricultural machinery and parts, knowledgeable in fittings and irrigation systems, and skilled at problem-solving and finding solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintaining stock levels
  • Receiving incoming goods
  • Receipting outgoing goods
  • Dealing with customer inquiries
  • Packing and dispatching phone, fax, and email orders
  • Packing/sorting project or service job parts
  • Entering/allocating parts into the computer system
  • Ensuring the store is kept clean and presentable
  • HT Licence, F Endorsement, and OSH Forklift preferable


This is a full-time, permanent position working Monday to Friday, with rostered Saturdays during peak season.

  • Summer hours: 7 AM – 5 PM, with overtime as required
  • Winter hours: 8 AM – 5 PM, depending on customer demand


Benefits Include:

  • Time and a half after 50 hours
  • Quarterly breakfast
  • Drinks after work each Friday


To Be Successful, You Will Need:

  • Previous experience in stores or warehouse work
  • Competency with computer systems
  • Physical fitness, as heavy lifting is required
  • Initiative and accuracy in tasks
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills


How to apply
To be considered for this position please email your current CV and Cover Letter to jo@personnelplacements.co.nz or phone Jo Jamison on 03 308 9675 for a confidential chat.


Desired Soft Skills

  • Time Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Forklift Operation
  • Computer Systems Competency
  • Agricultural Equipment Knowledge
  • Order Processing
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication Skills
  • Customer Service

Job Schedule

  • Monday to Friday

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