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October 11, 2024

New Zealand Couriers

Wellington City

PART TIME & OTHER


Freight Handler

If you’re looking for both a physical challenge and a new role that gives flexibility to your day, join us as a Freight Sorter! New Zealand Couriers is looking for hardworking people keen to be part of a fast-paced and energetic team.


The Role
With Christmas just around the corner, this fixed-term role will mainly be based offsite in Lower Hutt with the possibility of more work becoming available in the Wellington branch for the afternoon.
Our Freight Sorters drive the unloading and sorting of freight to meet inbound deadlines. Ensuring that all freight meets connections to our courier drivers for delivery. In joining the Freight Sorter team, you are a crucial part of the mission to deliver our customers’ freight safely, on time, and to an outstanding standard of service.

Hours will be 6am - 10am, possibly with more hours becoming available in the afternoon. Monday - Friday so no weekend work.


About you
  • You are physically fit – can lift up to 25kg – and enjoy working on your feet
  • You take pride in your reliability and strong work ethic
  • You have sound knowledge of local and regional geography
  • You value sense of humour and teamwork – you like motivating the people around you
  • You are highly committed to Health and Safety


What’s in it for you?
  • Main bulk of work will be in Lower Hutt and some flexibility to work in Wellington in the afternoon.
  • $24.25 hourly rate + 8% holiday pay with free onsite staff parking
  • A strong, dedicated team willing to help each other achieve a common goal.
  • Career opportunities available within Freightways Group, an NZX Top 20 Company


About New Zealand Couriers
Proudly NZ-owned and -operated, for over 50 years our company has been driving ahead of the competition, thanks to our passionate team and results-focused service delivery. With over 1,200 employees and 550 independent contractor drivers, we are proud to be NZ’s most experienced and trusted courier provider. Despite our size, we remain responsive to our market, with our people at the heart of our success.


If the above sounds like you, apply here now! Include your CV and COVER LETTER detailing your experience and suitability for this role.
All applicants will be required to provide proof of their eligibility to work in New Zealand and undertake pre-employment screening, including a drug test and criminal history check.

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