Forklift Driver

Waipapa Pine, part of Fletcher Building, is a well-established producer of high-quality sawn timber products located in Northland, with sites in Waipapa and Whangārei. Over the years, we’ve had a heavy focus on supporting employment opportunities for the people of Northland. We are now seeking a dedicated and experienced Forklift Driver to join our team based at our Whangarei site. Forklift Driver You will play a key role in supporting our dispatch operations from 8am – 6pm, Monday to Friday. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will safely and efficiently move timber products and materials throughout the site, ensuring production targets and customer delivery requirements are met. Key Responsibilities Include Safely loading, unloading, and transporting timber products, raw materials, and finished goods on to trucks and across the site using large forklifts. Completing daily pre-start inspections and basic maintenance checks to ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently. Following all health, safety, and environmental procedures to maintain a safe workplace for yourself and your team. Assisting with stock control activities, including inventory checks and reporting any discrepancies or damaged products. Working closely with other teams members across warehousing, and dispatch teams to ensure smooth workflow and timely movement of materials. Supporting general yard and sawmill operations, including housekeeping and maintaining a clean, organised work environment. About You A current Forklift Operator Certificate and F endorsement (preferred). At least 3 years’ experience operating forklifts in a manufacturing, sawmill, timber, or industrial environment with strong health and safety practices. Experience operating larger-capacity forklifts preferable, ideally 8-tonne and above. The ability to work safely in a fast-paced outdoor industrial environment. Strong communication skills and a positive team-focused attitude. Reliable with stable work history, and a commitment to high standards of performance and safety. On Offer Benefits We understand that our people are our greatest asset, therefore, being part of the Fletcher Building Group, you will have access to these awesome benefits: Huge range of discounts at PlaceMakers, Z Petrol, PB Technologies, and many more. An Employee Education Fund for you and dependents, funding education and development opportunities. Employee Welfare Fund to help in times of need. A generous Parental Leave policy. KiwiSaver employer contributions matched up to 4% of base salary. A positive and inclusive work culture with long term career opportunities. Studies indicate that some females and minority groups may hesitate to apply unless they meet all the criteria. Our teams thrive on diversity, embracing various nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together. #J-18808-Ljbffr