Freight Sort Team Leader

Proudly NZ-owned and operated, for over fifty years our company has been driving ahead of the competition thanks to our passionate team and results-focused service delivery. Now with over 1,100 employees, and 550 independent contractors in 25 locations across New Zealand, we are proud to serve the local communities we work in, to be New Zealand’s most experienced courier provider, and to be the flagship brand of Freightways. The Role The key objective of this role is to manage the efficient flow of freight in and out of our Whangarei branch. The work of our operations team is all about ensuring we can pack/unpack freight safely and efficiently, so our couriers can deliver customer freight on time, every time. The Consol Team Leader will have a thorough understanding of logistics, be confident in systems and reporting alongside the day-to-day depot operations. This is a fulltime role, working Monday to Friday 1:00pm - 7:00pm, 35 hours per week. Key responsibilities include:

• Reporting on and managing team KPIs
• Maintaining health and safety standards within the depot
• Collaborating with the operations management team, with customer-centric focus

Apply if you have

• Leadership skills and can lead our afternoon team to achieve excellence for our customers 
• Strong communication skills, backed by energy, drive and a can-do attitude. 
• A positive and approachable demeanour both with customers and your team 
• Knowledge and experience in freight/logistics industries

Join us and in return we can offer

• The chance to lead and develop a hard-working and diverse team
• Onsite parking available
• Career development opportunities across the Freightways group of companies

At New Zealand Couriers, we have forged an entrepreneurial spirit in all that we do, and are driven to get things done. If this sounds like you, apply here now! Please attach your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for this role. Candidates will be required to provide proof of NZ working rights and undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal history check and drug test.