Fixed Term Freight Loader - Part Time

bout New Zealand Couriers

Proudly NZ-owned and operated, for over 60 years our company has been driving ahead of the competition thanks to our passionate team and results-focused service delivery. Now with over 1,100 employees, and 550 independent contractors in 25 locations across New Zealand, we are proud to serve the local communities we work in, to be New Zealand's most experienced courier provider, and to be the flagship brand of Freightways.

About The Freight Hub

The Freight Hub team is responsible for running our automated facility near the Christchurch Airport. We sort courier product for the local Christchurch branch as well as inter-island freight via our Air and Road networks. Our network is the strength behind New Zealand Couriers, and the work of our team is all about ensuring that freight is moved safely, accurately and on time so that couriers can deliver effectively. Our team is very diverse with people from different walks of life, working together to get the job done.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a reliable and detail-focused Freight Loader to join our busy Freight Hub team for a Fixed - Term role.

Fixed-Term Period: 12 months (Monday, 23 November 2026 to Friday, 19 November 2027)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 3:30pm to 9:30pm

This role requires:

• A strong work ethic and reliability
• The ability to stand for long periods and lift items up to 25 kg
• Attention to detail and the ability to sort parcels accurately and efficiently
• A positive, proactive attitude and a strong sense of responsibility

Key Responsibilities:

• Loading and unloading conveyable product onto our cross-belt sorter.
• Sorting items accurately to courier run or branch level.
• Stacking product effectively to reduce damage.
• Handling freight with care, including fragile items.
• Following all Health and Safety guidelines to keep yourself and others safe.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to progress into a permanent position at the end of the fixed-term period.
• Hourly rate + Night allowance $3.50 per hour
• Full PPE provided

Applicants must reside in New Zealand and hold the appropriate visa or permanent residency before applying. Successful applicants will be required to provide references and undergo both a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug test.