Cafe Assistant Jobs in New Zealand

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.

The Role

Based at our Gisborne branch, the Day Operations Supervisor supervises our Freight Handler team in the loading/unloading of freight trucks and containers, and the sorting of customer freight. Assisting in staff rostering and monitoring team performance, the Supervisor will exhibit strong dedication to Health and Safety at all times, and with a hands-on approach ensure the cleanliness and efficiency of our depot. You’ll work with the broader management team to ensure service standards are met and exceeded and be a key driver in getting our customers’ freight to where it needs to be!

This is a fulltime role, working Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm.

Key responsibilities include

• Building team cohesion and performance
• Assisting the Distribution and Branch Manager (both based in Napier) with ensuring Health and Safety processes are followed
• Working alongside the team on the floor to ensure inbound and outbound freight is sorted

Apply if you have

• Proven aptitude in leadership – motivating and developing high-performing teams
• A positive and approachable demeanour both with customers and your team
• Experience in working with operational performance metrics
• Knowledge and experience in freight/logistics industries

Join us and in return we can offer

The chance to lead and develop a hard working and dedicated team
Career development opportunities across the Freightways group of companies

At New Zealand Couriers, we have forged an entrepreneurial spirit in all that we do, and are driven to get things done. If this sounds like you, apply here now! Please attach your CV and cover letter outlining your 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.

We encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications regularly and may close the advertisement early.