Yard Operations Team Member

We're looking for a proactive and organised Yard Operations Team Member to join our North Island Distribution Centre (NIDC) . In this role, you'll take ownership of the safe and efficient management of CHEP pallets and other returnable assets across our hardstand operation.

You'll play a critical part in keeping our distribution centre running smoothly by ensuring pallet and asset movements are accurately tracked, inventory remains accurate, and the yard is maintained to a high standard. Working independently and alongside operational teams, you'll help drive safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement while maintaining strong housekeeping and asset control practices.

This is a hands-on role that combines forklift operation, pallet inventory management, documentation, and problem-solving in a fast-paced distribution environment.

This role is Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm.

Yard & Asset Management

Documentation & Inventory Control

- Accurately record all incoming and outgoing pallet and returnable asset movements.
- Complete CHEP documentation and inventory transactions in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate records and investigate inventory discrepancies.
- Support internal audits and inventory reviews through effective record keeping and stock reconciliation.
- Work with stakeholders across the business to resolve stock variances and improve asset visibility.

Safety, Housekeeping & Continuous Improvement

- Follow all health and safety procedures and contribute to a strong safety culture.
- Complete daily equipment checks and report defects, hazards, incidents, or near misses.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the hardstand area and support 5S initiatives.
- Remove damaged assets, waste, and hazards to ensure a safe and organised work environment.
- Identify opportunities to improve asset utilisation, pallet flow, storage practices, and operational efficiency.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, productivity, and site performance.

Responsibilities

Manage the receipt, storage, sorting, and movement of CHEP pallets and other returnable assets.; Control and maintain inventory accuracy across pallets, totes, stillages, cages, and reusable equipment.; Conduct regular stock counts and reconciliations to ensure asset visibility and minimise losses.; Safely operate forklifts and approved material handling equipment (MHE) to move, load, unload, and stack assets.; Ensure assets are organised, stored safely, and readily available to support operational requirements.; Monitor asset levels and support the efficient flow of pallets and equipment throughout the site.

Requirements

What You'll Bring; Current Forklift Licence and approved MHE competency.; Previous experience in warehousing, logistics, distribution, or yard operations.; Strong attention to detail and experience with inventory control or stock reconciliation.; Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.; Strong communication and problem-solving skills.; Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Teams and inventory management systems.; Desirable; Experience working with CHEP pallets or returnable asset management.; Knowledge of pallet control processes and inventory tracking.; Familiarity with 5S, continuous improvement, and warehouse operational best practices.