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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 continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Freight Operator to join our Rotorua team. You must be able to do the AM shift: 5.00am – 1.30pm

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.

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.