Casual Stevedoring Port Workers - Napier Port

What we can offer you

• Great starting pay rate $43.60 per hour + holiday pay!
• Friendly Team Environment.
• True Health & Safety and all your PPE gear provided.
• Start your career with a leader in Port Logistics.

Position: Casual Stevedoring General Hands

Are you safety-conscious, reliable, and ready to work in a fast-paced port environment? Qube is looking for Stevedores to support the safe and efficient handling of cargo. This role is hands-on and physically demanding, with a strong focus on teamwork, accuracy, and safety. You will be trained in a ray of different duties across the port operation.

Location: Napier Port

Status: Casual, as and when required basis – flexibility to work around a 24/7 operation

Your job duties would be

• Cargo Handling: Load, unload, and move cargo safely and efficiently.
• Machine Operating: Operate ships cranes and operate excavators with grapple attachments.
• Bulk Cargo Handling: Operate hoppers, sweep, shovel, and clean vessel holds and wharf areas.
• Working Under the Hook: Sling cargo, set up and pack down equipment, and assist with general wharf operations.
• Rigging and Securing: Strap, lash, and secure cargo using chains, dunnage, and framing.
• Container Work: Pack and unpack containers, handle product manually or with forklifts, and record cargo movements.
• Palletised Cargo: Stow and secure palletised goods using pallet trucks and airbags.

You will also need to

• Have an excellent can-do attitude and a desire to learn
• Must be physically fit
• Flexible to work within a 24/7 operation
• Work well within a team setting
• Be reliable and safety-conscious
• Hold a minimum Restricted Class 1 driver’s license

Qube Ports NZ is a nationwide service provider offering a comprehensive range of cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing services, and IT solutions. Our pursuit of excellence empowers New Zealand exporters to compete effectively in global markets.

You must pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and be eligible to work in New Zealand. You will also need to pass a pre-employment ACC & MOJ Criminal History Check.

Applications close on 5th July. We will be reviewing candidates as they come in, so be sure to submit your application quickly.