Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator – Rotorua Forest Haulage

Rotorua Forest Haulage is on the lookout for a skilled Forklift Operator to join our supportive team at a local sawmill in Rotorua. We operate a fleet of mobile plant machinery, including 12 to 14-tonne forklifts, and are proud to be part of New Zealand’s thriving forestry sector.

Your primary responsibility will be to:

• Load timber packets from the sawmill outfeed
• Transfer timber onto kiln trolleys for drying
• Ensure precision and care to minimise product damage
• Attention to detail is crucial in this role, as the quality of the timber must be preserved throughout the process.

What We’re Looking For: We ideally seek an experienced forklift operator, but we’re also open to training the right candidate who is mechanically minded and has experience operating heavy machinery.

Shift Pattern:

• 2 days on, 2 nights on, followed by 4 days off
• 12-hour shifts:
• Day shift: 7am – 7pm
• Night shift: 7pm – 7am
• Weekend work is required as part of the rotating roster

To be successful, you’ll need to:

• Be drug-free (pre-employment drug testing is mandatory)
• Hold or have previously held an OSH forklift certificate
• Have relevant experience (12-tonne forklift experience preferred but not essential)
• Be a reliable problem-solver who can work independently
• Understand the importance of your role in a production line

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rates
• On-the-job training and ongoing support
• Opportunities for overtime
• This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a close-knit team working at the heart of New Zealand’s forestry industry.

You must be prepared to undergo a pre-employment drug test as we have zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol in the workplace

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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