Container Hoist Driver

Why You’ll Want This Job

• Stable full‑time hours day or night shift (Min 40 guaranteed) with onsite parking
• Free health insurance after 6 months
• Supportive team with on-the-job training & development
• Operate serious heavy machinery — container hoists up to 45,000kg
• Join a strong, established NZ company

About the Job

You’ll be an essential part of our yard operations, responsible for safely and efficiently moving empty shipping containers.

Your day will include:

• Operating single and double stacker container hoists (up to 8 high, max 45,000kg)
• Moving containers around the yard
• Loading and unloading trucks
• Communicating clearly via RT
• Following all Health & Safety procedures

Hours: Day shift Monday–Friday 7.00am - 5.00pm, Sat 7.00am - 12.00pm and Night Shift Monday - Friday 5.00pm - 3.30am

What You Need

• Full NZ Class 1 licence (essential)
• Experience operating heavy vehicles or machinery
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to safety
• Flexibility to work across other sites when required
• RT communication skills

NOTE: Container hoists are not standard forklifts — confidence with heavy machinery is essential for success in this role.

Requirements

• Pre‑employment medical and drug test
• MOJ criminal history check
• NZ work eligibility

Qube Logistics is one of New Zealand’s leading providers of empty shipping container services, operating across the country. We’re looking for a confident and safety‑focused Hoist Driver to join our busy Auckland depot and help keep our operations running smoothly.

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking for job stability with a New Zealand strong company, we'd love to hear from you.  

Questions?
Call 0800 SCS JOBS (0800 727 5627)