
Forklift Operator
Mills Recruitment Limited
Listing on KiwiQuest Jobs
Agriculture & Farm Work$25.0 - 26.0/h3 weeks ago
Rakaia, Canterbury, New Zealand
Work Style
Physical7/10
Social6/10
Technical6/10
Creative2/10
Outdoor7/10
Pace8/10
Structure7/10
Pressure7/10
Travel1/10
Hours7/10
Description
Experienced forklift operator role in a busy potato harvesting operation during peak season.
Responsibilities
- Operating forklifts in a busy grading shed and yard environment
- Moving, stacking, and tipping potato bins efficiently and safely
- Loading and unloading trucks and trailers
- Keeping product flowing through grading machinery without delays
- Managing bin movements across yard and cool store areas
- Supporting overall efficiency during peak harvest
Requirements
- Proven forklift experience in a busy packhouse or high-volume environment
- F endorsement preferred
- Strong awareness of safety in fast-paced, tight spaces
- Ability to work under pressure and keep things moving
- Reliability and commitment through to season end (early June)
- Team player with a positive attitude
Benefits
- Immediate start with consistent hours
- Solid run of work through to early June
- Work with an award-winning, reputable cropping and seed business
- Modern facility with advanced grading systems
- Great team culture
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