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Forklift Driver

Trade AssistChristchurch, Canterbury, New ZealandContractNZ$27 - NZ$30 per hourPosted Oct 31, 2026

Trade Assist is hiring for the position of Forklift Driver in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand. The listing describes it as a contract position.

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Trade Assist is hiring for the position of Forklift Driver in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand. The listing describes it as a contract position.

The advert mentions logistics and forklift among the skills and tools for this role.

Pay stated in the listing: NZ$27 - NZ$30 per hour.

Visa sponsorship is not mentioned. Applicants from outside New Zealand should check the official work permit route before applying.

Dev Global Jobs found this job on Adzuna on Oct 31, 2026.

Employer
Trade Assist
Location
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
Job type
Contract
Pay
NZ$27 - NZ$30 per hour
Found
Oct 31, 2026 on Adzuna
Employer text
69 words, about 1 min to read
Skills named in the advert
logisticsforklift
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Updated Nov 5, 2026
Pay benchmark
Average wage, New Zealand
NZD 93,116 average / year

Source: OECD Average annual wages, 2025

Cost of living · New Zealand 2
79.1 vs New York = 100

UN living-cost index for New Zealand 2 (ICSC post adjustment 38.9), as of 1 Oct 2026.

Source: ICSC post adjustment classifications (icsc.un.org)

Work permit route
  • Accredited Employer Work Visa: Job offer from an accredited employer at the wage threshold
  • Skilled Migrant Category resident visa: Points-based
  • Green List roles: Fast-track residence for listed occupations

Official routes: Immigration New Zealand

Job description

About the role

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We are looking for reliable and motivated workers with forklift operating experience who are confident working in fast-paced logistics, distribution, and manufacturing environments. We have a variety of roles available including forklift operation, dispatch, stores, production, and machine operating work. What’s on offer: $27 - $30 per hour depending on experience Weekly pay Monday to Friday shifts Day & Afternoon shifts available. Full-time ongoing opportunities Immediate starts available Supp…

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