Forklift Operator Team Member

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Hastings Central Storetime type:
Full time posted on:
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End Date:
February 19, 2026 (5 days left to apply) job requisition :
R058836
** Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter!
**** What’s in it for you*
* ** when you’re part of our team:
*** Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart
* Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave
* 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender
* Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities
* We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build
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* About the role:

** Our team members are the face of Bunnings, always prepared to give it a red hot go. They provide a friendly and helpful service to everyone who walks through our doors, making sure every experience counts. As a Forklift Operator, you will play a key role in moving products throughout the store to help our team provide the best experience for our customers.
** What’s involved:
*** Load and unload products using a forklift
* Be responsible for stock management, considering safety aspects when using a forklift, and ensuring a clean and tidy work environment
* Provide our customers with the best experience across the store
* Be part of a supportive and inclusive team who make a difference to the community and have fun along the way
** Who we’re looking for:
** We’re looking for team members who are passionate about helping others and are keen to learn and grow. You’ll love variety in your day-to-day work, with a focus on forklift operation, inventory management and customer service, whilst also having the opportunity to grow your experience in other areas. A personal interest in D.I.Y. is always a plus, however we will give you all the skills you’ll need and show you the ropes.
** You’ll need:
*** A current valid forklift licence
* To be able to approach, connect and confidently interact with customers
* An eagerness to learn about products and services
* To act with integrity, be safe and do your best
* The availability to work flexible hours (including late nights, early mornings and weekends)
** When you’re ready to give this opportunity a Red Hot Go, all you’ll need to do is:
*** Submit an application and complete an online chat interview *(20 minutes)
** If successful, next step includes an online video interview *(15 minutes)
** If you’re a match, we’ll invite you to an onsite meet and greet with our leaders *(20 minutes)
*** Nau mai, haere mai - you’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong.
** We love the diversity across our teams, brought together in an inclusive culture guided by our values. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Join us in shaping a workplace that celebrates all voices, perspectives, and contributions and reflects the communities we serve across Aotearoa. We value te reo Māori and tikanga Māori, and we respect the whenua we do business on.

Please note, you must be age 15 or over to apply for a role ’re all about fairness at Bunnings, and our team’s here to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments, just let us know - we’re here to help. If you’ve got the experience, skills, and drive to grow - but don’t quite nail every part of the job description - we still want to hear from you.

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