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Depot General Hand

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  • Join a Port that’s growing for the future of Central New Zealand
  • Permanent full time role
  • Be supported with learning opportunities

At CentrePort, we're committed to building a strong future for our region, and we're looking for people who want to be part of that journey. If you enjoy practical, hands-on work and take pride in doing a job well, we'd love to hear from you.

 

The Empty Container Depot plays an important role in our operations, providing container storage, servicing, and maintenance solutions for our customers. We're seeking a motivated and reliable General Hand to join the team and help ensure containers are maintained to a high standard while supporting safe and efficient depot operations.

 

About the Role

This is a varied role where no two days are the same. You'll be involved in a range of depot activities, including:

  • Preparing, repairing, and painting containers
  • Washing containers using high-pressure steam cleaning equipment
  • Operating forklifts to move containers, parts, and materials
  • Carrying out general labouring and manual handling tasks
  • Assisting with depot administration and record-keeping as required

 

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

  • A practical, hands-on approach and strong work ethic
  • A positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A strong commitment to health, safety, and following procedures
  • Physical fitness and flexibility to work shifts when required
  • A current Class 1 New Zealand Driver Licence

 

A forklift endorsement and/or current OSH Forklift Certificate would be an advantage but is not essential.

 

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real contribution, develop your skills, and be part of a team that values safety, service, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

 

At CentrePort, you will engage in interesting and diverse work and be part of a team that’s making it happen every day. We value our people’s wellbeing, and we’re offering an enviable work environment where talented people can be at their best.

 

CentrePort supports an environment of diversity and inclusion.  We are committed to equal employment opportunities and therefore, encourage applications from different backgrounds. To ensure our recruitment process is fully accessible, please let us know if you require any support or have any accessibility requirement.

 

Please note: CentrePort is an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Pre-employment testing is part of our recruitment process. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.

Applications close on 30 June 2026.