Are 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.
What you'll be doing
As a Forklift Supervisor, you'll work alongside the Operations Team Leader to keep everything moving smoothly. Your role is all about coordination and leadership – making sure resources are used effectively and workflows run like clockwork. Day-to-day you will:
* Oversee 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 bring:
* Proven experience operating forklifts, ideally with supervisory responsibilities
* Strong commitment to health and safety practices
* Excellent communication skills – confident working with a wide range of people
* Flexibility to work up to 6 days a week during peak season
* Eligibility to work in New Zealand and ability to pass pre-employment checks
What we offer:
* One of the longest seasons in the horticulture sector – more hours mean more earning potential
* A positive, collaborative environment where people have your back
* Opportunities to gain certifications and qualifications
* Access to industry-leading technology to keep us ahead of the game
* The chance to learn and grow in the orchard during the off-season
If you think you could be our next Forklift Supervisor, we'd love to hear from you