What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freight Operator position at NZ National Networks Limited?
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Team Global Express NZ delivers freight forwarding, end-to-end transport services, and comprehensive logistics solutions to customers operating across New Zealand from Kaitaia to Invercargill.
Due to internal movement, we have an exciting opportunity for x2 Leading Freight Operators to join our Christchurch team. You must be available to work the night shift, 3.00pm – 11.30pm.
About the role - Mō te tūranga
You will be an important part of our team ensuring the timely, efficient, and safe handling of freight for the company to achieve their target delivery goals, on time and damage free.
The right candidate will be a friendly, energetic, and positive team player with a customer focused attitude and a reliable work ethic.
Additional key duties:
- Load and unload all freight safely and securely, for both road and rail units.
- Achieve branch operational objectives by using On-time to scan freight efficiently.
- Ensure all equipment is operated in a safe and proficient manner.
- Maintain good working relationships.
- Communicate effectively within a team environment
What will you bring? – Ōu Pūkenga?
To be successful in this role, you will be a team player with a positive attitude who is willing to change across duties as needed.
Additionally, you will need:
- Class 1 Drivers license
- A strong health and safety focus
- OSH approved forklift certificate
- Prior long fork experience (preferred but not essential)
- An understanding of dangerous goods laws (preferred but not essential)
- Prior work experience in the freight industry (preferred but not essential)
Your Benefits - Ō Painga
- Career progression opportunities and long-term employment.
- Be part of a multinational business with opportunities across the Trans-Tasman
- Our staff welfare trust will cover 80% of your medical bills up to $1500 per year.
- A national commitment to attaining the highest standards in HSE through best practise.
- Access to heavily discounted holiday homes across New Zealand.
So, why join us? - He aha te take e uru ai koe ki a mātou?
- We are a customer-centric, safety-obsessed business with a high-performing, values-based team. We move the companies that drive the world, enabling New Zealand to flourish.
- Ensuring we do our part to preserve Aotearoa’s environment, we are committed to stay on track with our carbon reduction goals for 2030. We are actively managing carbon footprint with Toitū Envirocare and are proud members of the Sustainability Council of New Zealand
- It’s never been a more exciting time to join our team as we take the next step in our journey.
How to apply - Me pēhea te tono
If this role sounds like something for you then please click "apply"… we'd love to hear from you!
To be considered, you must be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and Drug/Alcohol Testing. (Medical Assessment for safety critical roles)
Team Global Express is an Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace.
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand effective immediately.
Salary : $1,500
