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Forklift Operator

31/10/2025
31/12/2025
Permanent - Full Time
Manukau
Transport

We have entered our busy season and are looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to join our team! This is a fast paced role in a busy transport space. Long fork experience is also essential. Apply now and start your career with Cardinal and become part of an awesome team.

As a Forklift Operator, you’ll play a key role in loading and unloading freight using a forklift in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This is a great opportunity to put your forklift expertise to work while being part of a supportive and high-performing team.

Cardinal is a leading partner to many of New Zealand’s well-known companies in food, beverage, grocery and personal healthcare.  We offer an end-to-end logistics solution to our customers, which offers the opportunity for our team members to develop, upskill and progress within the business.  We are revolutionizing supply chains with New Zealand’s first fully automated 3PL warehouse with AI driven robotics. 

  • Monday- Friday: 1pm - 9:30pm

About the role:

  • Carefully and efficiently load and unload trucks
  • Ensure pallets are labels and orders are complete prior to loading
  • Operate the forklift with care and precision
  • Maintain a clean and organised working area

About you:

  • A current counterbalance or forklift license (must have)
  • At least 1 year experience loading and unloading trucks & using long forks
  • Health & Safety awareness
  • Be physically fit and reliable

What we offer:

  • Membership to the Cardinal Perks Program (discounts with some of NZ's major retailers)
  • Life insurance
  • Monthly events
  • Ongoing mentoring and training

If the above sounds like you, do not hesitate and apply now! We look forward to discussing this opportunity with you. Applicants for this position must have New Zealand citizenship, residency or a valid work visa.  The successful applicant must pass a practical assessment, pre-employment drug and alcohol test, criminal history check and provide two contactable references.

 

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