Forklift Supervisor

OverviewAre you an experienced forklift driver with a knack for leadership?At Mr Apple, we’re looking for a skilled professional to join our team as a Forklift Supervisor. This is a fixed-term role until the end of August 2026, with the potential to become permanent for the right person. You’ll be working day shift hours, 6 days a week, leading a team and ensuring smooth operations during one of the busiest seasons in horticulture.ResponsibilitiesOversee forklift operations and ensure safe, efficient handling of fruit.Manage fruit flows, treatments, and storage to maintain quality standards.Coordinate timely dispatch to end-user sites, supporting just-in-time inventory management.Monitor team performance, provide guidance, and maintain strong health and safety practices.Communicate clearly with drivers, forklift operators, and other team members to keep operations on track.This is a hands-on leadership role where your decisions directly impact productivity and quality.What you’ll bringProven experience operating forklifts, ideally with supervisory responsibilitiesStrong commitment to health and safety practicesExcellent communication skills – confident working with a wide range of peopleFlexibility to work up to 6 days a week during peak seasonEligibility to work in New Zealand and ability to pass pre-employment checksWhat we offerOne of the longest seasons in the horticulture sector – more hours mean more earning potentialA positive, collaborative environment where people have your backOpportunities to gain certifications and qualificationsAccess to industry-leading technology to keep us ahead of the gameThe chance to learn and grow in the orchard during the off-seasonApplication and notesIf you think you could be our next Forklift Supervisor, we'd love to hear from youPlease share why you are interested in this role, and the skills and experience you bring.Please provide your Mr Apple staff number. *Do you have a disability, injury, health conditions (such as epilepsy, low/high blood pressure, vertigo etc), notifiable infectious disease (such as Hepatitis, HIV, Tuberculosis etc), or take any medication that might affect your ability to do your job safely? *If so, please describe.Do you have any criminal convictions? * Select...Mr Apple may conduct a Criminal Record Check through the Ministry of Justice should you be considered for this role.Please provide details of any convictions:I confirm that I have read and consent to the Mr Apple Employment Terms and Conditions. * Select... #J-18808-Ljbffr