We’re looking for a reliable, hardworking Yard Person to join our busy Christchurch Distribution Centre.
This is a hands-on, physically demanding role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating machinery, and being part of a fast-paced team.
You’ll be handling large, heavy, awkward loads, so strong forklift skills and experience moving oversized or difficult loads safely are essential.
What’s in it for you?
Monday to Friday – enjoy your weekends off
Weekly pay
Immediate start available
Hands-on work in a busy operational environment
About the role
Working within a dedicated distribution centre supporting the supply of products across the South Island, your responsibilities will include:
Safely loading and unloading trucks
Operating a forklift to move large, heavy and awkward loads
Completing general yard duties and stock control
Using handheld radios to communicate with the team
Entering and updating information using work phones and tablets
Undertaking physical tasks and maintaining a clean, organised and safe yard
What you’ll bring
A current OSH forklift certificate
A current F endorsement
Proven forklift experience, particularly with large, heavy or awkward loads
Good communication skills and confidence using handheld radios
The ability to use work phones and tablets to record information
The physical fitness required for hands-on yard work
Ready to get started?
If you’re between jobs or travelling on a working holiday visa and hold the required OSH certificate and F endorsement, we’d love to hear from you!
For well over 20 years Reliance Recruitment has been helping job seekers find employment in Manufacturing and Distribution.
This means our bread and butter is helping people just like you find work as assemblers, forklift operators, pick packers, engineers, tradespeople, process workers, drivers, trade assistants… and so much more!
If you’ve ever worked in a Warehouse or Factory, or you think you’d like to, get in touch with us today on (0800)633396.