AM Locals Team Member (Fixed Term until February 2027)

AM Locals Team Member (Fixed Term until February 2027)


Company
The Warehouse Group
Location
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
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Job Description
Company DescriptionKia ora, Tālofa lava, Mālō e lelei!Looking for a hands-on role where you can really own your day and be part of something bigger? Come join The Warehouse Group (TWG) - home to some of Aotearoa’s most iconic brands including The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery, and Noel Leeming.At our Distribution Centre (DC) - one of the largest in the country - we’re the engine room behind our stores. Every day, we’re getting the right products, to the right place, at the right time for our customers. And during peak season, this mission kicks into overdrive - so we’re growing our team to keep the momentum going strong.Job DescriptionAs part of the Inwards Locals Team, you’ll be at the frontline of processing incoming local stock, ensuring it’s unloaded, checked, receipted, and ready to go. This role offers a variety of hands-on tasks in a fast-paced and supportive environment.What You’ll Be DoingUnpacking cartons (1kg–20kg)Scanning and sorting stock by barcodeUsing RF scanners to track itemsAssisting with closing, labelling, and prepping stock for the floorOperating pallet jacks, box cutters, and strapping machinesBulk picking and managing stock locationsAdapting to changing priorities throughout the dayThis is a fixed term position until February 2027.Monday – Friday 6:00am – 2:30pm$30.28/hrPlease note: This role is to support our Peak Period through to February 2027. As it is our busiest time of the year, we are unlikely to be able to approve any extended leave across this time including around Christmas and New Years (Please note, we do not work public holidays).QualificationsWhat We’re Looking ForAre physically fit and comfortable on your feet all dayCan lift and handle stock with care and accuracyHave great attention to detail and strong time managementEnjoy solving problems and working in a fast-moving environmentCan communicate clearly and work well both independently and in a teamHave previous warehouse/distribution experience (helpful, but not essential!)To be considered for this role, you must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.Additional InformationWhy Join Us?We’re passionate about what we do, and we’re pumped for peak! This fixed-term opportunity is ideal for anyone wanting to be part of something fast-paced, rewarding, and just a bit iconic.Ready to get stuck in and be part of our peak season success? Apply now and join the TWG whānau!

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