Position: Warehouse Worker / Storeperson / Picker & Packer / Distribution Worker / General Warehouse Assistant
Employer: To Be Announced (TBA)
Country: New Zealand
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: Entry-Level & Experienced Positions Available
Salary: From NZD $23.95 Gross Per Hour
Working Hours: Full-Time – Minimum 30 Hours Per Week for Applicable AEWV Employment
Accommodation: Provided
Lunch: Provided During Working Days
Overtime / Additional Hours: Available Where Required
Work Visa Assistance: Provided for Eligible Candidates
Accredited Employer Work Visa Assistance: Provided for Eligible Candidates

WORK IN A WAREHOUSE IN NEW ZEALAND

Applications are now open for full-time Warehouse and Distribution Worker positions in New Zealand.

These positions are suitable for hardworking, reliable and physically capable individuals interested in working within New Zealand’s warehousing, logistics, distribution, retail supply, manufacturing and fulfilment industries.

Potential positions include:

Warehouse Worker
Warehouse Assistant
Storeperson
Order Picker
Picker & Packer
Packing Worker
Distribution Worker
Dispatch Assistant
Receiving Assistant
Stock Handler
General Warehouse Worker

Entry-level candidates may be considered for appropriate vacancies where they satisfy employer and New Zealand immigration requirements.

Previous warehouse experience is useful but may not be required for every position.

Training will be provided for workplace procedures and equipment where appropriate.

AVAILABLE LOCATIONS

Warehouse and distribution opportunities may be available throughout New Zealand, including:

Auckland
Hamilton
Tauranga
Wellington
Palmerston North
Napier / Hastings
Christchurch
Nelson
Dunedin
Invercargill

Additional positions may be available in other industrial and distribution areas.

The final workplace will depend on the employer and available vacancy.

Candidates should be prepared to relocate to the location where employment is offered.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

Warehouse Workers help receive, organise, store, pick, pack and dispatch products.

The exact responsibilities will depend on the type of warehouse and employer.

A normal working day may involve:

Receiving deliveries
Unloading goods
Checking products
Sorting stock
Labelling items
Moving products
Placing goods into storage
Picking customer orders
Packing orders
Preparing shipments
Checking quantities
Preparing pallets
Loading outgoing goods
Maintaining warehouse areas
Completing basic warehouse documentation

Employees may perform several different warehouse duties during the same shift.

RECEIVING DELIVERIES

Warehouse Workers may help receive goods arriving from suppliers, factories and distribution centres.

Responsibilities can include:

Unloading appropriate goods
Checking delivery documentation
Counting products
Inspecting packaging
Checking product codes
Identifying damaged goods
Reporting missing products
Moving products into receiving areas
Preparing products for storage

Workers must follow the employer’s receiving procedures.

ORDER PICKING

Order Pickers collect products required for customer or store orders.

Employees may receive picking instructions through:

Printed picking lists
Handheld scanners
Warehouse-management systems
Mobile devices
Voice-picking equipment

The worker then locates the required product and confirms the correct quantity.

Accuracy is important.

Picking the wrong product can result in delayed deliveries and customer complaints.

PACKING

Packing Workers prepare products for transportation.

Typical responsibilities may include:

Selecting appropriate packaging
Placing products into boxes
Protecting fragile goods
Checking quantities
Sealing cartons
Applying labels
Preparing shipping documents
Checking addresses
Preparing completed orders for dispatch

Workers must follow the employer’s packing standards.

SORTING & LABELLING

Warehouse employees may sort products according to:

Product type
Customer
Destination
Size
Batch
Order number
Storage location

Workers may also apply:

Product labels
Shipping labels
Barcodes
Identification stickers
Destination labels

Attention to detail is important.

STOCK MOVEMENT

Products frequently need to be moved between different areas of a warehouse.

Employees may:

Move cartons
Move containers
Move pallets using approved equipment
Transfer products to storage areas
Replenish picking locations
Move completed orders to dispatch
Organise stock

Workers must follow safe manual-handling procedures.

STOCK CONTROL

Some Warehouse Workers may assist with inventory management.

Responsibilities may include:

Counting products
Checking stock levels
Recording quantities
Performing stock checks
Identifying missing stock
Reporting damaged products
Checking product locations
Assisting with stocktakes

Electronic inventory systems may be used.

DISPATCH

Dispatch Workers prepare completed orders for collection or transportation.

Duties may include:

Checking completed orders
Confirming quantities
Checking shipping labels
Organising orders by destination
Preparing pallets
Moving goods into dispatch areas
Checking documentation
Coordinating with appropriate drivers or transport staff

Accuracy is essential to ensure products are sent to the correct destination.

LOADING & UNLOADING

Some positions may involve loading and unloading.

Workers may assist with:

Delivery vehicles
Trucks
Containers
Pallets
Cartons
Incoming goods
Outgoing shipments

Employees must follow the employer’s safety and manual-handling procedures.

FORKLIFT WORK

Some warehouses use forklifts and other materials-handling equipment.

Forklift duties may include:

Moving pallets
Loading trucks
Unloading trucks
Replenishing warehouse locations
Moving heavy products
Stacking goods

Workers must not operate a forklift or other specialist equipment unless they have received the required training and are appropriately authorised.

Candidates who already have forklift experience should provide this information in their application.

FOOD & COLD-STORAGE WAREHOUSES

Some positions may be available in food distribution or temperature-controlled warehouses.

Employees could work with:

Fresh food
Frozen food
Packaged food
Beverages
Supermarket products

These facilities may have chilled or frozen working areas.

Appropriate protective clothing will be provided where required.

Workers should be comfortable working in different temperatures.

RETAIL DISTRIBUTION

Retail distribution centres supply shops and customers throughout New Zealand.

Workers may prepare orders containing:

Clothing
Household products
Electronics
Consumer goods
Supermarket products
Hardware
Other retail merchandise

These warehouses can process large numbers of orders each day.

E-COMMERCE & FULFILMENT

Some Warehouse Workers may work in online order-fulfilment centres.

Responsibilities may include:

Receiving online orders
Picking products
Packing orders
Printing labels
Preparing parcels
Sorting shipments
Processing appropriate returns
Preparing goods for courier collection

Employees should be able to work accurately in a fast-moving environment.

GENERAL WAREHOUSE DUTIES

Warehouse Workers may also be asked to:

Keep work areas organised
Remove packaging waste
Prepare boxes
Organise supplies
Assist colleagues
Clean appropriate work areas
Report damaged equipment
Follow supervisor instructions
Maintain clear walkways
Support general warehouse operations

Flexibility is important because duties can change according to daily workload.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Warehouse work is active and can be physically demanding.

Candidates should be prepared for:

Standing for extended periods
Walking throughout the warehouse
Bending
Reaching
Lifting appropriate loads
Repetitive movements
Packing
Moving products
Working to productivity targets
Working around warehouse equipment

Some warehouses are large facilities requiring employees to walk significant distances during a shift.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Employees must follow all workplace health and safety procedures.

Workers may be required to wear:

Safety shoes
High-visibility clothing
Gloves
Protective clothing
Other appropriate PPE

Employees must:

Follow safety instructions
Report hazards
Report injuries
Use equipment correctly
Follow manual-handling procedures
Keep emergency routes clear
Maintain organised working areas

Only appropriately trained and authorised workers may operate specialist machinery.

SHIFT WORK

Warehouses and distribution centres may operate beyond ordinary daytime business hours.

Depending on the employer, available shifts may include:

Morning Shift

Early-start warehouse operations involving receiving deliveries, picking orders and preparing dispatches.

Day Shift

Normal daytime warehouse operations.

Afternoon / Evening Shift

Order picking, packing and preparation for overnight transportation.

Night Shift

Some large distribution centres operate throughout the night.

Candidates should indicate whether they are willing to work different shifts.

WORKING HOURS

These are full-time positions.

For an applicable Accredited Employer Work Visa position, the job offer must provide at least:

30 Hours Per Week

Many warehouse positions may offer approximately:

40 Hours Per Week

A typical schedule could be approximately:

8 hours per day
5 days per week

However, the actual working pattern depends on the employer and employment agreement.

Weekend work may be required.

The final guaranteed hours will be clearly stated in the employment agreement.

SALARY

New Zealand’s adult minimum wage from 1 April 2026 is:

NZD $23.95 Gross Per Hour

At 40 hours per week, this is approximately:

NZD $958 Gross Per Week

before tax and applicable deductions.

The actual wage may be higher depending on:

Employer
Position
Experience
Shift
Responsibilities
Location
Forklift skills
Warehouse systems experience

The final hourly wage will be stated in the formal employment offer.

The employee must receive at least the applicable New Zealand legal minimum wage.

OVERTIME & ADDITIONAL HOURS

Additional hours may become available during periods of increased warehouse activity.

This can include:

Large deliveries
Increased customer orders
Stocktakes
Major distribution periods
Operational requirements

Where additional hours are available, employees may have opportunities to increase their earnings.

Overtime is not guaranteed.

Any additional working hours and applicable payment arrangements will be governed by the employment agreement and New Zealand employment law.

ACCOMMODATION PROVIDED

Accommodation will be arranged for successful employees under the recruitment package.

Depending on location, accommodation may include:

Shared apartments
Shared houses
Worker accommodation
Employer-arranged housing
Other suitable accommodation

Employees may share:

Bedrooms
Bathrooms
Kitchens
Laundry facilities
Living areas

Full accommodation details will be provided before the candidate accepts employment.

Any applicable accommodation costs, utilities or lawful deductions will be clearly disclosed in advance.

LUNCH PROVIDED

Lunch will be provided during scheduled working days according to employer arrangements.

The exact meal arrangement will be explained before employment begins.

NEW ZEALAND EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS

Migrant workers have minimum employment rights in New Zealand.

Successful employees should receive a written employment agreement clearly explaining their employment conditions.

This should include information such as:

Position
Duties
Hourly wage
Guaranteed hours
Workplace
Leave
Employment conditions

Candidates should carefully review their employment agreement before accepting the position.

ACCREDITED EMPLOYER WORK VISA

International applicants may potentially be employed through New Zealand’s Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) where all applicable requirements are satisfied.

For this route, the employer must hold the appropriate Immigration New Zealand accreditation.

The employer must also have the appropriate approved job check for the position.

The employment offered must be genuine and meet applicable New Zealand immigration and employment requirements.

EMPLOYER REQUIREMENTS

Before an accredited employer can support an overseas worker, the employer must complete the applicable recruitment and job-check requirements.

Depending on the skill level of the position, this can include:

Advertising the vacancy
Genuinely attempting to recruit suitable New Zealand workers
Engaging with Work and Income where required
Obtaining an approved job check
Confirming the migrant meets the job requirements

The employer then provides the selected candidate with the information required for the AEWV application.

WAREHOUSE JOBS & IMMIGRATION SKILL LEVEL

“Warehouse Worker” is a broad job title rather than one immigration classification.

Immigration New Zealand assesses the actual:

Duties
Responsibilities
Skills
Experience
Qualifications
Position requirements

to determine the occupation and skill level that best matches the job.

This distinction is important.

A general Warehouse Worker, Storeperson, Forklift Driver or specialist warehouse position may have different immigration requirements.

The employer must use the occupation classification that genuinely reflects the work being performed.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

Entry-level candidates may be considered by employers for suitable warehouse positions.

However, an applicant requiring an Accredited Employer Work Visa must also satisfy the applicable immigration requirements.

Candidates may need to provide evidence of:

Previous employment
Relevant work experience
Qualifications where applicable
Skills
Forklift experience where applicable
English-language ability

Requirements depend on the exact occupation and approved job check.

FORKLIFT DRIVERS

Candidates with substantial forklift experience should include this in their application.

Forklift Driver can be treated differently from a general Warehouse Worker for AEWV skill-level purposes where the employer’s job check requires the necessary level of experience or qualification.

Candidates must still satisfy all applicable New Zealand licensing and workplace requirements before operating equipment.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

English-language requirements can apply to AEWV applicants depending on the occupation’s skill level.

As of June 2026, applicants for AEWV jobs at skill levels 3, 4 and 5 generally need to demonstrate that they can speak and understand English.

Where a warehouse position falls within these levels, the candidate may therefore need to provide acceptable evidence of English ability.

The exact requirement will be determined according to the occupation used for the approved job.

WORK VISA ASSISTANCE

Candidates selected by an accredited employer and eligible for the AEWV will receive assistance with the applicable work visa process.

Assistance may include guidance concerning:

Employment offer
Employment agreement
Employer information
Job check information
Work experience evidence
Qualification documents where applicable
English-language evidence where required
Supporting documents
Visa application preparation
Pre-departure requirements

Candidates are responsible for providing genuine and accurate documentation.

IMPORTANT IMMIGRATION INFORMATION

A Warehouse Worker job offer does not automatically guarantee eligibility for a New Zealand work visa.

Eligibility depends on:

Employer accreditation
Approved job check
Genuine vacancy
Occupation classification
Skill level
Wage
Guaranteed working hours
Applicant’s experience
Applicant’s qualifications where required
English ability where required
Health
Character
Immigration history
Other applicable requirements

The final visa decision is made by Immigration New Zealand.

Neither the employer nor recruitment company can guarantee visa approval.

APPLICATION & INTERVIEW PROCESS

Candidates interested in Warehouse Worker positions should begin by completing the online application form available on this website.

Applicants should provide complete information regarding:

Previous employment
Warehouse experience
Factory experience
Packing experience
Order-picking experience
Forklift experience
Logistics experience
Education
English-language ability
Current country of residence

Applicants without previous warehouse experience may still submit an application for appropriate entry-level vacancies.

SHORTLISTING

Applications will be reviewed against available warehouse positions and applicable immigration requirements.

Candidates whose profiles match available vacancies may be shortlisted.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly with information concerning the next stage.

Submitting an application does not mean the applicant has automatically been selected.

INTERVIEW PROCESS

Shortlisted candidates may be invited to participate in:

Online interviews
Employer interviews
Recruitment assessments
Practical assessments where appropriate

Depending on employer and recruitment arrangements, shortlisted candidates may also be invited to attend an interview event in Asia or the United Kingdom.

Applicants should not travel simply because they have submitted an application.

IMPORTANT TRAVEL INFORMATION

Candidates should not purchase flights, reserve accommodation or make travel arrangements until they have received a formal invitation and confirmed that they are legally eligible to travel to the interview destination.

An application confirmation or shortlist notification should not be treated as permission or instruction to travel.

EMPLOYMENT OFFER

Candidates successfully selected by an employer will receive formal employment information before proceeding with the work visa application.

The employment offer or agreement will normally identify:

Employer
Job title
Warehouse location
Hourly wage
Guaranteed working hours
Shift pattern
Duties
Employment conditions
Accommodation arrangements
Meal arrangements
Proposed starting date

Candidates should carefully review all employment documentation before accepting the position.

HOW TO APPLY

COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM

If you are interested in full-time Warehouse and Distribution employment in New Zealand, complete the application form available on this website.

Provide complete and accurate information about your employment history and skills.

Candidates with previous experience in:

Warehousing
Order picking
Packing
Logistics
Distribution
Forklift operation
Manufacturing

should provide full details.

Entry-level applicants may also be considered for appropriate vacancies.

Once you have submitted your application:

PLEASE WAIT TO BE CONTACTED.

Applications will be assessed against available positions and immigration eligibility.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.

POSITION SUMMARY

Position: Warehouse Worker / Storeperson / Picker & Packer / Distribution Worker
Country: New Zealand
Employment: Full-Time
2026 Adult Minimum Wage: From NZD $23.95 Gross Per Hour
40-Hour Equivalent: Approximately NZD $958 Gross Per Week
AEWV Job Offer: Minimum 30 Hours Per Week
Experience: Entry-Level & Experienced Positions Available
Accommodation: Provided
Lunch: Provided During Working Days
Overtime: Available Where Required
Work Visa Assistance: Provided for Eligible Candidates
Employer: TBA

APPLY FOR WAREHOUSE WORK IN NEW ZEALAND

If you are hardworking, reliable and interested in working within New Zealand’s warehouse, logistics and distribution industry, submit your application to be considered for available positions.

International applicants will be assessed according to both employer requirements and New Zealand immigration eligibility.

COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORM AND WAIT TO BE CONTACTED IF YOUR APPLICATION IS SHORTLISTED.

Submitting an application does not guarantee an interview, employment, employer accreditation, approved job check or New Zealand work visa. Warehouse positions can fall under different immigration occupation classifications and skill levels according to their actual duties. Final employment is subject to employer selection, a genuine vacancy, formal employment agreement, applicable New Zealand employment requirements, immigration eligibility and approval by Immigration New Zealand.