ANCILLARY OPERATORS

• Full Time
• Application Closes 19 Jan 2026
• Hawkes Bay - Napier
• Truck Driver, Light or Delivery Services

Napier Port is the gateway for goods flowing in and out of Central New Zealand and is at the heart of the Hawke’s Bay economy. 

Successful Ancillary Operators will need to be flexible to work a range of shifts in a 24/7 operation and have the resilience to cope with shift work which can vary between day, afternoon and midnight shifts. 

Ancillary Operators are responsible for undertaking a range of driving and operational related functions including: 

• Truck and water cart driving – both on and off port.
• Refrigerated container plugging and unplugging.
• Rail operations.
• Port Pack operations. 
• If seasonal demand requires, the operation of Heavy Plant.

What do I need?

1. A great attitude
2. A full Class 5 drivers’ licence 
3. A forklift endorsement & OSH certificate 

What’s on offer at Napier Port?

1. A full-time, permanent job, working 8-hour shifts with a guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week. It’s really important to us that you have time for friends and whanau.
2. An attractive starting rate of around $40 per hour.
3. A real focus on safety, with a dedicated safety team available.
4. On-the-job training with one of our qualified and experienced trainers – who also have a great attitude!

What do I need to know?

Napier Port is a 24/7 business. That means shift work, working weekends and public holidays is part of the deal. 

We have multiple positions available. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, as we will be reaching out to standout candidates early in the process.

Applications close: Monday 19th January 2026. Note: You must have current eligibility to work in NZ. 

To apply: Submit your CV and a brief cover letter via SEEK, TradeMe, or the Napier Port Website.