Forklift Driver

About the Company

Many well-known businesses across New Zealand trust Aramex to deliver. We handle the freight needs of many of the world’s largest e-commerce businesses as well as thousands of local companies.

Headquartered in Dubai with thriving operations in New Zealand, Aramex is a global leader in logistics and transportation solutions. There are currently 17 Regional Franchises and 300+ Courier Franchisees in NZ. Delivering across town and around the world, opportunities abound for motivated individuals to join the team.

At Aramex, we’re committed to achieving great results together and supporting one another in a culture built on integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. If you’re looking to join a team where your contribution is valued and your growth is supported, we’d love to hear from you.

Aramex is an equal opportunity workplace. We not only embrace diversity and inclusion; we celebrate what makes you unique. We welcome applications from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and diverse sexualities and genders.

About the Role

Aramex New Zealand has an outstanding opportunity for a Forklift Operator to join our team at Taupo.

Key responsibilities include:

• To accurately sort freight parcels from mixed parcel cages into dedicated destination cages in a swift and safe manner.
• To facilitate the fork hoisting of dedicated cages from receiving transport unit to destination unit as required.
• To unload, sort and repack mixed freight cages as required.
• To assist in cage loading and sorting functions as part of the general Hub operation.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety (OH&S) requirements.
• Ensure the depot inside and out is kept in a clean and tidy state.
• Report any damages to your manager.
• Minimising damages and delays.
• Handle all freight delivered with care, do not slide, or throw freight.
• General Hub operations as directed.

To be successful in this role:

• Perform all duties as required by Management in an efficient and careful manner.
• Loading and unloading of all Linehaul vehicles (including any shuttle vehicles).
• Ensure all plant and equipment are handled in a careful and safe manner.
• Uniform must be worn at all times during work hours.
• Ability to work fast and safely under time pressure.
• Adherence to the TLL Policy and Procedures document in conjunction with the Aramex New Zealand policy and procedures as outlined in the Regional Franchise Deed and Manuals (as relevant to the loading team department)

Key Knowledge/Skills/Experience:

• Forklift Operator Licence
• A knowledge of NZ geography would be an advantage.
• Any training as per Aramex Policy may be required.

Our Benefits:

• Grow with us – Access career development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning and a range of in-house training programs.

• Annual salary reviews – We conduct annual salary reviews to ensure your pay reflects your role, performance, and the market.

• Peace of mind with Life Insurance – We provide company-paid Life Insurance, giving you and your loved ones added peace of mind.

• Supportive culture – Be part of an inclusive workplace that celebrates collaboration, initiative, and community.

If you think this would be a great opportunity for you, please apply today by submitting your cover letter and cv.

Due to the volume of applications for this role, we may only be able to respond to shortlisted candidates.