Leading Freight Operator Class 2

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

With an unrivalled and expansive network, Global Express builds unique, innovative, and tailored transport and logistics solutions.

The opportunity

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Leading Freight Operator to join our operations team in New Plymouth, you will be an important part of our team ensuring the timely, efficient and safe handling of freight in order 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 focused attitude and a reliable work ethic.

What you'll do

• Load and unload all freight safely and securely, for both road and rail units.
• Achieve branch operational objectives by using On-time to scan freight efficiently.
• Ensure all equipment is operated in a safe and proficient manner.
• Maintain good working relationships.
• Communicate effectively within a team environment.

What you'll need

• A strong health and safety focus
• OSH approved forklift certificate (preferred but not essential)
• Prior long fork experience (preferred but not essential)
• An understanding of dangerous goods laws (preferred but not essential)
• Prior work experience in the freight industry (preferred but not essential)

What you'll get

• A top-class work environment where we put you first.
• Access to the NZ Railways Staff Welfare Trust Membership discounts
• Job security and a structured career growth pathway

At Global Express NZ, we are interested in your personal growth and development. We want to know your career aspirations and help you achieve them!

Here at Global Express New Zealand, we remain committed in our efforts to stay on track with our carbon reduction goals for 2030. We are actively managing carbon footprint with Toitū Envirocare and are members of the Sustainability Council of New Zealand, ensuring we do our part to preserve Aotearoa’s

environment.

We believe in nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates different points of view and gives everyone the chance to contribute as we build a bigger and brighter future. It’s never been a more exciting time to join our team as we take the next step in our journey.

If you're interested in being a part of the Global Express team, please click on 'Apply'

To be considered, you must be entitled to work in the specified country and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and Drug & Alcohol Testing. (Medical Assessment for safety critical roles)

Team Global is an Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace.

All applicants must be legally entitled to work