Job no: 493079
Work type: Full time
Location: Taranaki
Categories: Stevedoring

About us
Qube is Australia’s largest integrated provider of import and export logistics services with a market capitalisation of around $5 billion as of 30 June 2023. We operate in over 180 locations across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia with a workforce of more than 10,000 employees.
Qube Ports NZ, formally known as ISO Limited, is a nationwide service provider offering a comprehensive range of cargo logistics, stevedoring, marshalling, transportation, warehousing services, and IT solutions. Our pursuit of excellence empowers New Zealand exporters to compete effectively in global markets.
About the Role
Position: Shift Manager
The primary responsibility of the Shift Manager is to manage and drive the loading and unloading of ships arriving at the port. This is a demanding but rewarding leadership role and pivotal to our organisation. It will involve leading a dedicated team of skilled individuals in the handling of everything from logs, timber, bulk products and more. You will be responsible for ensuring the safety of your team and for managing cargo flow through the effective use of our unique cargo management systems.
Location: New Plymouth Port
Status: This is a full-time salaried position. Shift Managers have a roster based on shipping schedules and will rotate between morning and evening shifts as needed to meet business demands.
Specific Responsibilities

• Ensure strict adherence to our safety protocols
• Conduct regular safety briefings and toolbox meetings
• Foster a culture of safety awareness
• Utilize specialized cargo management systems
• Coordinate with ship captains, port authorities, and logistics partners
• Optimize loading and unloading operations

Who we're after:
Seeking natural leaders with prior people management, particularly team leadership, regardless of stevedoring background. We provide training to qualified candidates. Join us for an exciting cargo logistics leadership career, regardless of industry experience.
What we can offer you:

• A minimum starting salary of $90,000 p.a. [Level 1] plus vehicle allowance
• We provide training and have a six-level professional development programme which is tied to remuneration reviews
• Free health insurance
• Great staff benefits
• Become part of a supportive team environment
• Career development

Why QUBE?
Qube recognises the value of an inclusive and diverse work environment. We take pride in the diversity of our people and encourage applications from people of all genders, ages, and backgrounds. Our recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected on their unique strengths and characteristics.
If you want to invest in your future and we will help you reach your full potential.
You must pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and be eligible to work in New Zealand. You will also need to pass a pre-employment ACC & MOJ Criminal History Check.