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Posted 01 August, 2026

Forklift Operator

Kiwi Lumber
Wellington, WGN, NZ Full Time
Reference: 21384f6862d409ba

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Forklift Operator to assist with our Operations.Key duties include: Loading and unloading of product. Forklift maintenance related duties. Assisting the team with other duties as required. The role has a direct impact on our production levels and quality and therefore plays an important part in the overall success of the mill. ROLE REQUIREMENTS: Ideally you will have: One year's experience driving forklifts. Experience undertaking manual/physical duties. Sound written and numeracy skills. Basic computer skills. You’ll also have a positive, can-do attitude, with the ability to undertake work in a safe and efficient way to ensure our health and safety, quality standards and production requirements are met. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? We offer our employees: Competitive hourly rate with opportunity to increase with production bonus Retention bonus for all hours worked in first year Ongoing training, development and promotion opportunitiesHealth checks and flu vaccines (optional) Free / subsidised medical insurance (optional) Staff Referral Scheme - successful nomination and receive $1000 THE ROLE: We are currently recruiting for a Forklift Operator to assist with our Operations.Key duties include: Loading and unloading of product. Completing relevant documentation. Forklift maintenance related duties. Assisting the team with other duties as required. The role has a direct impact on our production levels and quality and therefore plays an important part in the overall success of the mill. ROLE REQUIREMENTS: Ideally you will have: One year's experience driving forklifts. Experience undertaking manual/physical duties. Sound written and numeracy skills. Basic computer skills. You’ll also have a positive, can-do attitude, with the ability to undertake work in a safe and efficient way to ensure our health and safety, quality standards and production requirements are met. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? We offer our employees: Competitive hourly rate with opportunity to increase with production bonus Retention bonus for all hours worked in first year Ongoing training, development and promotion opportunitiesHealth checks and flu vaccines (optional) Free / subsidised medical insurance (optional) Staff Referral Scheme - successful nomination and receive $1000 If you want to be supported in developing your career and rewarded for what you do, then make the move to Kiwi Lumber! Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . #J-18808-Ljbffr

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