About us
You’ve probably seen our recognisable polar bear logo on trucks going from town to town across our beautiful country. No surprise if you have – Big Chill Distribution is a leader in the storage and express delivery of chilled and frozen products nationwide, with ten depots strategically positioned throughout New Zealand.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Team Leader to join our night team in Highbrook. This is a full time position working Monday to Friday (4pm – 2.00am), with rostered Saturdays and would suit someone who is comfortable both being hands on with the team and working in the office.
Primarily the role will require you to lead your team and make sure the night shift runs smoothly, whilst ensuring our customer’s specifications are loaded correctly and they continue to receive a great service.
The successful applicant will be responsible for:
- Daily allocation of work tasks and staffing requirements.
- Managing the freight sort and supporting as required, to present freight on time for drivers.
- Ensuring all freight goes to the correct destination and is in perfect condition.
- Proactively solve challenges and adapt to changing situations.
- Coach, train and develop employees.
- Health and Safety guidelines and compliance are maintained, and any incidents are reported.
Requirements:
- 1+ year proven leadership experience within the chilled and frozen transport industry.
- Ability to demonstrate solid geographical knowledge of NZ towns and cities.
- 3+ years experience working in both chilled and frozen environments.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of MPI and NZTA regulations.
- Experience working on an afternoon or night shift.
- An OSH approved Forklift License.
- Proven experience in training new and existing staff members.
- Excellent command of the English language both written and verbal.
- Minimum 3 years experience operating counterbalance forklift.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams and Eroad applications.
- 3+ years experience loading hard sider trucks.
- Experience using Cortex360 GPS system.
- Competency using Hitrack Transport Management System (TMS).
What can Big Chill offer you?
- Working in a business that has over 25 years experience.
- A friendly team environment you will be proud to work in.
If this sounds like you, make sure you get your application in today!
The successful candidate will be required to pass a drug test and satisfactory Mo J criminal check prior to commencement.