Trade Sales / Inwards Goods / Driver

• Transport / Logistics / Drivers
• Warehouse & Distribution
• Otago
• Permanent / Full Time

13/10/2026

• Strong earning potential on offer for the right candidate
• Great company benefits + Discounts + Generous parental leave package
• Paid day off to celebrate your birthday

Are you passionate about providing excellent customer service and enjoy a hands-on role that keeps a busy branch running smoothly?

We're looking for a motivated and reliable

Trade Sales, Inwards Goods & Driver to join our Plumbing World

Oamaru team.

This is a varied role that combines trade sales, customer service, inwards goods, warehousing, and deliveries. You'll support our customers both in-branch and on the road while helping ensure stock is accurately received, stored, and dispatched. Your efforts will play a key part in maintaining efficient branch operations and delivering an outstanding customer experience.

About Plumbing World

Plumbing World is a proud Kiwi-owned success story, backed by over 60 years in the industry.

Owned by plumbers and builders, we understand what our customers need and we deliver it through strong relationships, expert advice, and reliable service.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We're committed to building a high-performing, inclusive culture where our teams can grow and thrive.

We're the largest 100% New Zealand owned national plumbing merchant with 56 stores and over 1,000 shareholder tradies up and down the country.

About The Role

Join a busy team in a hands-on, full-time role that offers plenty of variety and the opportunity to make a real impact every day.

We're looking for a reliable and customer-focused

Trade Sales, Inwards Goods & Driver team member to join our small but busy Oamaru team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of customer interaction, warehouse responsibilities, and being out on the road delivering great service.

At Plumbing World, we work in partnership with our customers and each other, so we're looking for a true team player who is happy to jump in wherever needed. Your day could involve serving customers at the trade counter, answering phone and email enquiries, receiving and checking incoming stock, assisting in the warehouse, preparing orders, or completing customer deliveries. This is an all-rounder role!

Plumbing World is committed to delivering exceptional customer service and exceeding customer expectations. That's why every member of the branch team gets involved during our busy morning trade counter period, ensuring customers are served promptly and have everything they need to get their day started. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy a role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you!

What Your Day Will Look Like

• Serving at the trade counter, ensuring customers get what they need to get their day started.
• Assisting with inventory and inwards goods.
• Delivering products to sites and building strong relationships with our customers.
• Picking and packing customer orders.
• Conducting cycle counts and stock replenishment.
• Carrying out general warehousing and housekeeping duties.
• Ensuring a clean, tidy, and safe work environment.
• Supporting other areas of the branch as needed.

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm, giving you your weekends free.

A Quick Glance At What We Need From You

• Customer-focused - whether you're in the branch or on the road.
• A great attitude, willingness to go the extra mile and (most importantly!) a great personality to match.
• Physically fit - comfortable with some heavy lifting (up to 20kgs)
• Positive attitude - keen to learn and help wherever needed.
• Flexible and reliable - willing to roll up your sleeves and pitch in!
• A hands-on team player - ready to load the truck and meet customers on-site.
• Trade knowledge is a bonus, but not essential - we'll teach you what you need to know!

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Need

• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations.
• Excellent customer sales & service skills.
• Reliable with a great attitude.
• Good time management.
• Sound computer skills is essential with some knowledge in Word and Excel.
• Work well under pressure while displaying good sound logic.
• Customer Focus is a must.
• Physically fit as there will be some heavy lifting (up to 20kgs)
• Full, clean Class 1 New Zealand drivers' licence.
• A valid forklift licence is preferred but not essential.
• Pride in personal appearance with great interpersonal skills.

What we can offer you

• Competitive hourly rate is aligned to experience & reviewed annually.
• Great company benefits + Discounts + Generous parental leave package.
• Paid day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Opportunity to grow and shape your career in a national trusted Kiwi business.

Our Culture

We're a team that shows up for each other and our customers.

If you're someone who leads from the front and takes pride in building a strong team culture, you'll fit right in.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds. You don't need to tick every box - if you bring the right mindset and capability, we'd love to hear from you!

The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment medical, drink and drug test, successful reference and Ministry of Justice checks before commencing employment.