Yardperson - Forklift Operator

Got your forklift ticket and ready to put it to work?  CARTERS Panmure is looking for a hands-on Yardperson to join our branch team. This is a fast-paced, physical role at the heart of branch operations - picking, loading, and moving products safely and efficiently while delivering great service to our trade customers every day.  You can expect to:

• Operate a forklift to load and unload products, ensuring stock is put away in a timely manner
• Fulfilling customer orders accurately and preparing despatch and transfer documentation
• Participate in cycle counts and stock checks, reporting any discrepancies promptly
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly yard and store area
• Identify and report health and safety hazards, ensuring customers and visitors safety
• Support the wider branch team to meet and exceed KPIs and branch targets

What you will bring

• Valid FULL New Zealand Driver's Licence
• Competency in operating a Forklift with F Endorsed Licence and OSH Certificate
• A real people person with a natural talent for building trust and rapport with our customers
• Proficient in navigating computer systems
• Proven awareness of health and safety legislation in this industry
• Physically fit for the occasional heavy lifting and manual handling
• Building industry knowledge is advantageous

Advantages of Advancing Your Career with CARTERS

In return, we'll make sure you're looked after in a professional, positive, inclusive and supportive working environment that you can be proud of.  We offer:

• Great hourly rate and guaranteed 40 hours a week
• 7.5% benefits package designed to support your health and financial security. This includes fully covered Southern Cross Health Insurance, participation in our Superannuation Savings Scheme, Life and Disability Insurance coverage, and contributions to KiwiSaver
• Training, development, coaching and promotional opportunities
• Supportive, respectful, fun, collaborative, diverse team
• Buying privileges across all Carters stores

Apply now to join the CARTERS team!

Please be advised that this position is exclusively open to candidates possessing valid working entitlements in New Zealand (citizens, permanent residents, or those holding valid work visas).