Despatcher Driver - Bidfood Christchurch
Listed 2 days Ago
Bidfood
Distribution and Supply
* Full Time
* Application Closes: 13 Apr 2025
* Canterbury - Christchurch City
Do you want to be part of a busy, fast-paced, leading food Distribution Company in New Zealand? Bidfood has a great opportunity for a permanent position in our distribution team based at our distribution centre in Islington, Christchurch. We are seeking applications for a suitably qualified individual to join the team in the position of Despatcher/Driver. Experience required and competitive remuneration will reflect experience.
What will you be doing?
The key requirements for the position are overseeing the smooth running of the despatch department with specific focus in the following areas:
* On-time despatch of trucks and re-tasking as required
* Preparation of documentation for all runs
* Minimise turnaround times for picking and loading of urgent runs
* In conjunction with the despatch manager, ongoing improvements of the despatch operations
* Develop synergies and working relationships between Despatch and Customer Services
* Manage and motivate our team of drivers
What you need to bring to Bidfood
* Be physically fit - frequent lifting of up to 25kg
* Minimum Class 2 driver's licence with experience
* An understanding of food warehousing & distribution
* Loading trucks and making deliveries, when required
* Reliability and punctuality
* Ability to work unsupervised and under pressure
* Team player
* Analytical skills
What could the future hold?
Opportunities for future growth and development exist for the right person.
What do Bidfood offer?
* After being with us for 1 month you will be given a staff account where you can buy all of your grocery, meat, and vegetables at cost plus GST
* Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross
* Job Security - Bidfood has been going for years and we are an essential service, so will always be working
* Free on and off-site parking
* Competitive wages
Finally, you must agree to a Ministry of Justice check, an ACC pre-employment check, and you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. You must also be eligible to work in New Zealand.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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