Band Saw Operator / Storeperson - Palmerston North (Fixed Term)

About the company

Founded in 1995, Vulcan is Australasia’s highest performing metals distributor and processor, delivering solutions that enable excellence. With 66 sites and ~1300 employees across New Zealand and Australia, our sustained growth can be attributed to our superior service and dedication to continuous improvement across every facet of our business – and this always starts with people.

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and hands-on Band Saw Operator / Storeperson to join our Palmerston North warehouse on a 6-month fixed-term contract, with an immediate start available.

This is a Monday to Friday role, with working hours between 6:00am and 5:00pm, depending on operational needs.

What you’ll be doing

• Operate band saws to cut steel to specification
• Use forklifts and cranes to move materials safely
• Pick, pack and prepare customer orders
• Complete stock receipting and dispatch documentation
• Perform quality checks (dimensions, quantities, product condition)
• Maintain warehouse organisation and safety standards

Requirements

• Band saw / metal cutting experience (essential)
• Experience working with steel or stainless steel products
• Proven warehouse experience – picking, packing, dispatch, receipting
• Ability to read cutting lists, job sheets & measurements accurately
• Forklift licence and experience (F endorsement highly preferred)
• Experience with overhead/gantry cranes (advantage)
• Basic computer skills (packing slips, stock systems)

Benefits

• Health and wellbeing programme
• Hands-on role with variety in daily tasks
• Opportunity to gain further experience in steel processing and warehouse operations
• Flat team structure with approachable, supportive leaders

Ready to Join Us?
Click Apply Now to take the next step in your career with Vulcan. We’re excited to meet you!

Please note that you must be currently residing in New Zealand or have a valid work visa to be considered for this position.

We are committed to health and safety in our organisation. Due to the nature of this role & our business, a pre-employment medical and drug screen is part of the recruitment process for the successful person.