General Hand Port Workers - Lyttelton Port

Qube

Remote

What we can offer you

Permanent and/or casual employment
Friendly Team Environment.
True Health & Safety and all your PPE gear provided.
Start your career with a leader in Port Logistics.
$40+ per hour for new starters

Stevedoring General Hands

Are you safety-conscious, reliable, and ready to work in a port environment? QUBE Ports NZ is looking for general hands to be trained into various stevedoring roles. These roles are hands-on and physical, with a strong focus on teamwork, accuracy, and safety.

Location: Lyttelton Port

Status: Permanent and casual positions available

Your job duties would be

Cargo Handling: Load, unload, and move cargo safely and efficiently.
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 and flexible to travel to other ports to work
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 29th November. We will be reviewing candidates as they come in, so be sure to submit your application quickly.