Stevedore
Port Nelson is the maritime gateway for the top of the South Island and a vital hub supporting the region’s continued economic growth and prosperity. We’re a 24/7 operation with shifts commencing any time of the day or night, between the hours of Monday 0001 to Sunday 2359. Our major clients are the forestry, horticulture, aquaculture, automotive, food and wine sectors. Our Port is pumping, so we need more experienced people to join our team.
What's in it for you
This is a busy, hands-on, permanent part-time role, so if you like physical activity and want a workout while you get paid, this could be for you! The other great thing is that you’ll get loads of variety working in our various operational areas. From securing containers on ships to warehousing and distribution, this is your chance to apply your proven skills within a supportive and friendly team.
Something About You
First and foremost, you will be someone who is fully focused on safe work practices and the care of cargo. You have a minimum of 2 years’ proven Stevedoring and Warehousing experience, including heavy plant, leadership, and flexi fitting experience within container operations. Other important stuff about you:
- You have a high level of physical fitness (the role involves securing cargo on ships and vanning and devanning containers);
- You are an experienced heavy plant operator in a Port environment (Container Handlers and Mafi);
- You are self-motivated and energetic - you love being busy;
- You pay attention to detail, and you hate making mistakes;
- You have shift work experience and can work a range of shift patterns/variable hours;
- You are reliable and have leading hand experience along with experience leading flexi fitting and de-vanning crews; and
- You can provide evidence of demonstrating our ASPIRE values – Accountability, Safety, Passion, Integrity/honesty, Respect and Excellence.
We offer a great working environment and an hourly rate of $32.70. Minimum guaranteed hours of 180 hours over 6 weeks (equivalent to 30 hours per week).
Applications close at 5pm on Sunday, 15 June 2025.
Please note: Port Nelson Ltd is an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Pre-employment testing is part of our recruitment process.
You must be a New Zealand citizen or have a resident visa to be considered for this role.
