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Forklift Operator / Grocery Assistant


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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Permanent Full Time

Job no: 8093.142

Location: Dunedin

Closing Date: Friday, 13 November 2026