Warehouse Storeperson

Role overview

This is a practical warehouse and logistics position suited to people who enjoy hands-on work and have a mechanically minded, inquisitive approach. The role is based in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand, and supports industrial operations across New Zealand.

About the company

Motion operates across the Asia Pacific region, including New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia and Singapore, supplying industrial products and engineering services that help keep industry moving. The organisation is expanding and has a clear growth plan through 2027, with continued investment in employee capability and development.

What you will do

• Provide responsive, customer-oriented service across business unit activities.
• Pick, process and dispatch orders accurately and within required timeframes.
• Help maintain a safe workplace by following current occupational health and safety rules and company procedures.
• Keep the warehouse organised, clean and orderly.

Skills and experience needed

• Good physical fitness and the ability to lift items ranging from small to large, including loads of at least 20 kg.
• A current New Zealand driver's licence.
• Solid awareness of health and safety practices in an industrial setting.
• The ability to work on your own, take initiative and find practical ways to handle product.
• A cooperative, team-focused approach.

What’s offered

• An appealing package that includes workplace tools.
• Hourly pay plus incentive payments and discounts from a range of mechanical and industrial suppliers.
• Work that is interesting, meaningful and connected to industries across New Zealand.
• Opportunities for growth, progression and real career stories within the business.
• Training and development support to help you build your skills and progress.
• An inclusive workplace culture that values diversity.
• Free flu vaccinations and access to counselling through the Employee Assistance Program.

Additional information

The company values strong relationships and expects this position to help build trusted connections across all levels of the business, while also supporting store teams, managers and leaders. The business is focused on continuous improvement and sustainable growth through long-term investment in people, systems, processes and new opportunities.

Eligibility

Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen or hold the appropriate work visa entitlement to be considered for this role.

Equal opportunity statement

The employer recruits and treats people fairly regardless of sex, race, creed, colour, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. Hiring, training, promotion, transfer and termination decisions are based on ability, achievement, experience, conduct and other legitimate business reasons.