Forklift Operator / Grocery Assistant
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Forklift Operator / Grocery Assistant
New World Gardens
We are looking for a full-time Forklift/Grocery Assistant to join our team at New World Gardens. This is a varied role that combines responsibilities within our storeroom and on the retail floor within our Grocery Department.
Are you reliable, enjoy being busy, enjoy working within a team environment but equally can work on your own, this could be the job for you.
Key attributes required:
Be able to operate a forklift in a safe and responsible manner
Help the team to maintain a tidy and well-organised storeroom
Ensures a safe environment for staff and delivery personnel
Provides a high standard of customer service
Able to comply with Food & Workplace Safety Practices
Our ideal person would be able to :
Provide a high standard of customer service
Hold a current Forklift License (not essential) however experience operating a forklift is a must
Physically fit with heavy lifting experience
Shows strong attention to detail
Reliable, organized and has a can-do attitude
Has a friendly, positive attitude
Excellent communicator and a real team player
New World Gardens promotes growth in our staff and we offer personal development opportunities. If you are looking for an opportunity to join a supportive team that focuses on providing excellent service we would love hear from you.
Send us your resume and cover letter via Foodstuffs http://foodstuffs.careercentre.net.nz.
Applications must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered.
Applications close: 13th November 2026
We will be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the advertisement early once a suitable candidate is appointed
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