Forklift Operators - Season 2027

Join a business that's looking ahead. With continued growth, new facilities and increasing capacity across our Hawke's Bay operations, you'll be part of a team helping shape the future of New Zealand's apple industry.

If you're an experienced Forklift Operator looking for a busy, rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you. Each season, our Forklift Operators play a critical role keeping our postharvest operations moving, ensuring apples are safely received, stored and shipped around the world. As Mr Apple continues to grow, with expanded facilities, increased storage capacity and new operational sites across Hawke's Bay, there has never been a better time to join our team and be part of our next chapter. If you’re eager to play a crucial role in delivering one in every four apples to the world, apply now. 

What you’ll be doing 

As a Forklift Operator, you'll be responsible for safely receiving, storing, moving and loading bins and pallets of apples across our packhouses, cool stores and yards. 

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently across a range of postharvest operations  
• Receive, move and store fruit, packaging and other materials  
• Load and unload trucks while maintaining product quality and segregation requirements 
• Support day-to-day packhouse, coolstore and yard activities 
• Maintain accurate records and follow operational procedures 
• Contribute to a strong health and safety culture 

What you’ll bring:  

• Forklift operating experience, with an OSH certificate advantageous but not essential 
• A strong commitment to health and safety 
• Good numeracy and literacy skills 
• The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment 
• A team-focused attitude and strong work ethic 
• Flexibility to work across a variety of Hawke's Bay locations 
• The right to work in New Zealand and ability to pass pre-employment checks 

What we offer  

• A modern fleet and well-resourced work environment 
• A welcoming team and supportive culture 
• One of the longest seasonal opportunities in the horticulture sector 
• The chance to be part of a growing business investing in new sites, expanded storage capacity and future opportunities 
• Potential pathways into ongoing or permanent employment for high performers 

Think you could be our next Forklift expert? Apply now and help deliver New Zealand apples to the world.