Transport

Freight Sorter (17311)

New Zealand Couriers · 1001-5000 employees

New Plymouth, Taranaki3 days ago
OnsitePart timeNo experience needed

What the role involves

  • Packing freight
  • Unpacking freight
  • Moving freight

What they ask for

Must be eligible to work and live in New Zealand; physically fit to lift up to 25kg; punctual, reliable, team-oriented; criminal history check and pre-employment screening required.

About the job

Our network is the strength behind New Zealand Couriers and the work of our operations teams is all about ensuring we can pack/unpack and move freight on time, every time, and in the manner that's expected, so our couriers can do their jobs. Working as part of the team in our fast-paced industry, we are looking for an energetic, motivated and team focused person to join our busy crew. You will not be afraid of hard work, and can tolerate being on your feet and lifting items (up to 25kg) over a number of hours. As an essential business, it is important that all employees are punctual, friendly, reliable and able to work easily with others in a team environment. You will need to have a sense of humour, be physically fit, reliable, and ideally have a good geographical knowledge of local, regional and NZ wide cities and towns.This role is part time permanent role. Hours: 3.30pm to 6.00pm Monday to Friday. Previous experience in a similar role would be an advantage but not essential. Forklift experience is also an advantage.Must be eligible to work and live in New Zealand.Immediate start available to the right person. A focus on compliance to Health & Safety in the workplace is imperative.The perks: You'll be part of the nationwide team making up the successful Freightways Group of companies.We offer opportunities for career development if wanted and a challenging and rewarding working environment. Great way to maintain your fitness while earning.A criminal history check along with pre-employment screening is required.Please apply online with your CV (including references) and application letter detailing your experience and what makes you right for this position. Any appointment will be subject to a satisfactory drug test and security check.

Our network is the strength behind New Zealand Couriers and the work of our operations teams is all about ensuring we can pack/unpack and move freight on time, every time, and in the manner that's expected, so our couriers can do their jobs. Working as part of the team in our fast-paced industry, we are looking for an energetic, motivated and team focused person to join our busy crew. You will not be afraid of hard work, and can tolerate being on your feet and lifting items (up to 25kg) over a number of hours. As an essential business, it is important that all employees are punctual, friendly, reliable and able to work easily with others in a team environment. You will need to have a sense of humour, be physically fit, reliable, and ideally have a good geographical knowledge of local, regional and NZ wide cities and towns. This role is part time permanent role. Hours: 3.30pm to 6pm Monday to Friday. (Work past 6pm can also be asked of a applicate) Previous experience in a similar role would be an advantage but not essential. Forklift experience is also an advantage. Must be eligible to work and live in New Zealand. Immediate start available to the right person. A focus on compliance to Health & Safety in the workplace is imperative. The perks:

  • You'll be part of the nationwide team making up the successful Freightways Group of companies.
  • We offer opportunities for career development if wanted and a challenging and rewarding working environment.
  • Great way to maintain your fitness while earning.

A criminal history check along with pre-employment screening is required. Please apply online with your CV (including references) and application letter detailing your experience and what makes you right for this position. Any appointment will be subject to a satisfactory drug test and security check

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