Forklift Operator and Manual Handler - Blenheim
- Full-time permanent role based in Blenheim
- Earn over $37 per hour for experienced operators once fully trained
- Benefits including Medical Insurance, 5% KiwiSaver & Fitness/Wellbeing allowance
Port Nelson Ltd - well known for treating our people well by putting safety first, offering rewarding pay rates, and providing great training and development opportunities. There are lots of exciting things planned for the growth of the Port, so the future is looking really positive.
About the role
Reporting to the Branch Manager - Marlborough Inland Port, you will be based in our new Blenheim-based warehouses, handling a range of cargo. This is a full-time permanent position with guaranteed minimum hours of 160 over 4 weeks (equates to 40 hours per week).
About you
You are a professional, highly-experienced Forklift Operator who takes your role seriously and treats products as if they were your own. You are enthusiastic, self-motivated, and safety-conscious,d you also love being part of a high-performing team.
Ideally, you will be:
- an experienced forklift operator with current certification
- full container handler experience (highly desirable)
- fully focused on safe work practices and care of cargo
- have a thorough understanding of inventory and stock control
- physically fit, pro-active and able to work unsupervised, and
- a team player and flexible with hours of work to meet our customer requirements.
You’ll also have proven evidence demonstrating our ASPIRE values: Accountability, Safety, Passion, Integrity/honesty, Respect and Excellence.
What’s in it for you?
In return, you can look forward to working for an organisation committed to providing a great work environment, ongoing support and a highly competitive remuneration package.
Port Nelson is the maritime gateway for the top of the South Island and a vital hub supporting the region’s continued economic growth and prosperity.
If you are after a new opportunity, Marlborough Inland Port should be high on your list of great places to want to work!
Applications close at 5.00pm on Wednesday, 6 May 2026, unless filled prior.
Please note: Port Nelson Ltd is an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Pre-employment testing is part of our recruitment process. Applicants must be eligible to work permanently in New Zealand.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
