Driver/Storeperson

Company Description:Ko wai mātou - About us:

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, we have nearly 12,000 kaimahi working across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communities. From responding to 111 calls to supporting people to stay healthy through health education, access and monitoring, we make a life-changing difference every day.

Job Description:He aha te tūranga - About the role:

This is an exciting opportunity for a responsible, experienced, and reliable driver to join the Hato Hone St John Retail team, based at our Ferry Road store, delivering pre-loved goods within Christchurch and helping to fund our essential, lifesaving services and community initiatives. You will be working 5 days a week, averaging 6 hours each day for a total of 30 hours per week.

As a store driver, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely and safe movement of stock between locations to support store activities and sales. You will maintain the organisation and cleanliness of the storeroom and van, identify any items unsuitable for sale in conjunction with the Store Managers, and arrange for repairs or disposal in accordance with responsible waste disposal methods.

Qualifications:Ko wai koe - About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A full, clean, New Zealand driver's licence
• A good level of physical fitness, be able to lift and move big furniture and boxes.
• Effective time management, prioritisation and organisation skills
• Flexibility and a willingness to do what is needed to fulfill the role's requirements
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
• Strong teamwork skills
• Experience and or training in testing and tagging electrical equipment – an advantage but not essential

Additional Information:The recruitment process will involve:

• an interview with the Retail Area Manager and another interview member.
• a criminal record check (if not carried out recently and on file)
• reference checks

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

If you are over the age of 18 and keen to join our Op Shop team click the "I'm interested" and apply now! Due to the pressing need for additional cover, this role will only be open until 20th October.

At Hato Hone St John, we embrace diversity, welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives, fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.

E pōhiritia nei e mātou, te whānau o Hato Hone St John, ngā rereketanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai. E āwhinatia e mātou i ngā whakaaro rereke, kia mahi pai i roto i ngā hāpori katoa. Ko ta mātou nei haepapa, kia hangaia tātahi āhuru mōwai mā tātou, kia mahi haumaru ai.

If you need accommodations for accessibility, please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process

Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesn’t match the job description perfectly. If you’re excited and think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesn’t align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.