Forklift Supervisor - Binstores
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 4, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 29, 2026.
Help drive the success of New Zealand's apple industry by leading the movement of premium fruit through our binstore network.
At Mr Apple, we're looking for an experienced Forklift Supervisor to join us on a unique 12-month fixed-term opportunity. You'll spend approximately seven months leading forklift operations in our Binstores team before transitioning to one of our orchards for the remainder of the term, gaining valuable cross-functional experience and a broader understanding of our business.
What You’ll Be Doing
You'll play a key role in ensuring fruit moves safely and efficiently through our post-harvest operation while supporting team performance and operational success.
- Operating a forklift for the movement and storage of fruit bins
- Coordinating fruit treatments, storage activities and inventory control
- Maintaining accurate inventory records and traceability information
- Working with transport, production and receiving teams to optimise fruit flow
- Supporting and guiding team members to achieve operational goals
- Promoting a strong health and safety culture across the site
What You'll Bring
- Proven forklift operating experience
- Computer literacy and record management skills
- Leadership or team coordination experience
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to health, safety and quality standards
What We Offer
- A unique 12-month fixed-term role spanning both Binstores and Orchard operations
- Forklift training and licence support where required
- A supportive team culture with opportunities to broaden your industry knowledge
If you're looking for variety, responsibility and the opportunity to grow your career within New Zealand's apple industry, we'd love to hear from you.