Warehouse Forklift Operator

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Posted: 27/02/2026
Closing Date: 27/03/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Manukau

Job Category: Warehouse

We are looking for a motivated Forklift Operator to join our fast paced and supportive team! If you’re physically fit, have a current forklift license, have great attention to detail, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

If you are a night owl, this night is perfect for you so don't wait and apply now.

Who we are:
Cardinal is a leading partner to many of New Zealand’s well-known companies in food, beverage, grocery and personal healthcare. We offer an end-to-end logistics solution to our customers, which offers the opportunity for our team members to develop, upskill and progress within the business.

We are revolutionizing supply chains with New Zealand’s first fully automated 3PL warehouse with AI driven robotics.

About the role:

This role helps ensure the smooth movement of pallets from being picked to when it is dispatched ready to get loaded on the trucks.

Shift:Monday to Friday | 9pm - 5:30am

Key responsibilities:

  • Stage and preparing pallets for dispatch
  • Loading pallets onto wrapping machines and manual wrap of pallets as needed
  • Conducting quality checks on outgoing orders
  • Reporting and documenting any damages

What you'll bring:

  • A minimum of one year forklift driving experience with long forks.
  • A valid forklift or counterblance certification
  • Strong communication skills
  • The ability to lift up to 25kgs
  • A positive can do attitude

Why you should join us at Cardinal:

  • Be part of a collaborative and innovative team
  • Paid birthday leave
  • Membership to the Cardinal Perks Program (discounts with some of NZ’s major retailers)
Please Note:

Applicants must be New Zealand citizen, resident, or hold a valid work visa. The successful candidate will need to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, a criminal history check, and provide two contactable references.

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