KLM Dispatch Forklift Operator
Job Description
THE ROLE:
We are currently recruiting for a Forklift Operator to assist with our operations. The hours of work will be Monday to Friday- 7am to 5pm.
Key duties include
- Loading and unloading of product.
- Completing relevant documentation.
- Forklift maintenance related duties.
- Assisting the team with other duties as required.
- The role has a direct impact on our production levels and quality and therefore plays an important part in the overall success of the mill.
- ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
- MUST have experience with working in Dispatch Operations loading trucks - preferable in a large capacity forklift.
Ideally, you will have
- One/Two years' experience driving forklifts.
- Experience undertaking manual/physical duties.
- Sound written and numeracy skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- You’ll also have a positive, can-do attitude, with the ability to undertake work in a safe and efficient way to ensure our health and safety, quality standards and production requirements are met.
- WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
We offer our employees
Competitive hourly rate with opportunity to increase with production bonus.
Retention bonus for all hours worked in first year.
Ongoing training, development and promotion opportunities.
Health checks and flu vaccines (optional).
Free / subsidised medical insurance (optional).
* Staff Referral Scheme - successful nomination and receive $1000.
If you want to be supported in developing your career and rewarded for what you do, then make the move to Kiwi Lumber!
ABOUT US:
We provide extensive ongoing training and development opportunities for our employees and prefer to promote from within when we can. As a result, we have many long-term employees who have successfully risen through the ranks, so if you want to be supported in developing your career and be rewarded for what you do then make the move to Kiwi Lumber.
Kiwi Lumber is a privately owned, growing and progressive sawmilling company marketing Radiata Pine to the USA, Australia, Europe, Asia and New Zealand markets. The group currently employees over 500 staff across five sites located in Masterton, Dannevirke, Ohinewai, Putaruru and Gisborne.
Kiwi Lumber produce an extensive range of products that are specific to the needs of our domestic and international customers. By providing a consistent quality of resource along with the use of modern technology and systems, Kiwi Lumber is able to produce a diverse range of products to stringent quality and service standards.
WHERE TO FROM HERE?
To apply, click on the button attaching a covering note/letter and your CV
For more information on our business please visit www.kiwilumber.co.nz or https://www.facebook.com/kiwilumber
You are very welcome to visit the sawmill to collect a Pre Employment Application Form from the Administration Office
Full Time
Job no: 2026-0208
Location: Masterton - 10 Norman Avenue, Waingawa, Masterton, 5885
Closing Date: Sunday, 22 November 2026
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