Student Cadetship - Part Time

Student Cadet – Tauranga Container Terminal

Port of Tauranga is New Zealand’s largest port and international freight gateway. Our Container Terminal based at Sulphur Point offers a 24-hour, seven-day service for cargo handling & logistics services.

The Terminal operates in a competitive environment and has established itself as a service of choice by consistently achieving productivity rates among the highest in the world.

We are seeking an engaged and capable student working towards a Bachelor of Business with a passion for supply chain and logistics to join our team in a cadetship capacity.

Over 12 months, you will learn how to undertake day-to-day logistic functions in our Receival & Delivery department with the aim of achieving the highest possible standards of customer service, safety, and operational efficiency.

You will also have the opportunity to deliver on projects relating to our productivity, learning & development, and health & safety.

To be successful in your application you will

• Have at least one year of full-time study remaining to complete your qualification
• Be motivated to learn new skills and actively contribute to a team
• Reside in Tauranga and be available to work in Tauranga for 12 months from approximately Nov 2026 – Nov 2027.
• Study in the field of Supply Chain Management would be an advantage but is not a requirement for the opportunity if you can demonstrate your desire to pursue a career in logistics, operations or shipping.
• The Cadetship will provide the opportunity to work within an operational roster between the hours of 5:45am and 6pm Monday – Saturday.
• We can guarantee a minimum of 12 paid hours per week, with the opportunity to pick up additional hours during university breaks and periods of peak workload.
• This will be a varied and exciting role which requires an individual who is self-motivated, diligent and organised.

We’re looking for someone who is

•         An excellent communicator who is positive and approachable;

•         An innovative problem solver with great attention to detail

•         Computer literate;

•         Confident to work autonomously or as part of a team.

Port of Tauranga is an alcohol and drug free workplace. The successful candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol test and background checks.

Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand is also required.

Who are we?

As New Zealand’s largest and most efficient cargo gateway, Port of Tauranga is committed to driving national prosperity and providing superior service to our customers.

We connect New Zealand to the world through the most efficient access to global trade. This means championing innovative supply chain solutions to unlock sustainable economic growth and improve the wellbeing of our community.

Our people enrich our purpose by

•         Taking pride and doing the right thing

•         Listening and working together

•         Creating better ways

•         Having a “safety always” mind-set

Keen to join our team? Apply now!

Applications close 25 September 2026