Leading Freight Operator

Connecting people and communities| Driving eCommerce | Moving New Zealand

Team Global Express NZ delivers freight forwarding, end-to-end transport services, and comprehensive logistics solutions to customers operating in New Zealand from Kaitaia to Invercargill.

You’ll join us at a pivotal time as we build a dynamic team culture! We’re on the lookout for motivated individuals to help shape our future and make a real impact. We have a variety of roles available in our New Plymouth branch, now’s the perfect time to look and find the right opportunity for you!

About the role - Mō te tūranga

You will be responsible in ensuring the timely, efficient and safe handling of freight for the company to achieve their target delivery goals, on time and damage free. The right candidate will be a friendly, energetic, and positive team player with a customer focussed attitude and a reliable work ethic. You must be able to work the AM shift 3.00am – 11.30am.

Additional key duties below:

• Load and unload all freight safely and securely
• Achieve branch operational objectives by using On-time to scan freight efficiently
• Ensure documentation accompanying freight is complete
• Prioritise health and safety and ensure all MHE is operated in a safe and proficient manner
• Communicate effectively within a team environment

What will you bring? – Ōu Pūkenga?

To be successful in this role, you will be a team player with prior reach and counterbalance experience.  Additionally, you will need:

• An approved forklift certificate
• Prior work experience in the freight/logistics industry
• A strong health and safety focus
• Experience with barcode/RF Scanners in a WMS environment
• Continuous improvement ideas around inward and outward goods movements
• A strong work ethic and a “can do” attitude with a willingness to go the extra mile
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• To be physically fit as some heavy lifting will be required (up to 20kgs)

So, why join us? - He aha te take e uru ai koe ki a mātou?

• We are a customer-centric, safety-obsessed business with a high-performing, values-based team. We move the companies that drive the world, enabling New Zealand to flourish.
• Ensuring we do our part to preserve Aotearoa’s environment, we are committed to stay on track with our carbon reduction goals for 2030. We are actively managing carbon footprint with Toitū Envirocare and are proud members of the Sustainability Council of New Zealand
• It’s never been a more exciting time to join our team as we take the next step in our journey.

Your Benefits - Ō Painga

• A place where we put our people first with priority to promote from within.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates different points of view.
• Career progression opportunities and long-term employment. 
• Be part of a multinational business with opportunities across the Trans-Tasman
• A national commitment to attaining the highest standards in HSE through best practise.

How to apply - Me pēhea te tono

If this role sounds like something for you then please click "apply"… we'd love to hear from you!

To be considered, you must be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and Drug/Alcohol Testing. (Medical Assessment for safety critical roles)

Team Global Express is an Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace.

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand effective immediately.