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Plant and Terminal Operator

SGS
New Plymouth, Taranaki Region, New Zealand Posted Oct 20, 2026
Full-timeOn-site

About this role

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

SGS New Zealand is seeking responsible, reliable, and safety-focused individuals to join our New Plymouth team as Casual Plant and Terminal Operators.

This is a casual position with no guaranteed hours, making it ideal for people who value flexibility and are available to work across a variety of shifts.

As a Plant and Terminal Operator, you will play an important role in supporting the safe and efficient movement of bulk liquid products through our terminal operations.

What will you be doing?

  • Loading and unloading a wide range of bulk liquids, including petroleum fuels, diesel, chemicals, tallow, LPG, bitumen, condensate, and crude oil vessels.
  • Following established operating procedures and strict health and safety requirements.
  • Completing operational documentation and maintaining accurate records.
  • Supporting other terminal activities as required.
  • Working outdoors in all weather conditions and undertaking manual handling activities. As we operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, flexibility is essential. You must be available to work day, night, weekend, and public holiday shifts as required.

Qualifications

  • About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Strong time management skills and the ability to work effectively in a busy environment.
  • A reliable, committed, and team-oriented approach.
  • A strong focus on health, safety, and compliance.
  • Good verbal communication and written record-keeping skills.
  • The physical fitness required for manual work and outdoor conditions.
  • A current full New Zealand driver's licence.
  • The ability to pass pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing, and background checks
  • Current forklift certification would be a bonus.

Additional Information

What We Offer

At SGS New Zealand, we are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive workplace. As a Plant and Terminal Operator, you can expect:

  • Paid training with structured pay progression as competencies are achieved.
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment.
  • The opportunity to build valuable skills within a globally recognised organisation. About SGS

SGS is the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company. With a global network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories, we help our clients meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainability.

Join SGS and be part of an organisation dedicated to making the world a better, safer, and more interconnected place.

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