The role

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Customer Service & Weighbridge Operator

Invercargill, New Zealand

Reference: 6877810

Allied Materials | Invercargill

Looking for a role where no two days are the same?

Allied Materials, part of Southern Transport and the wider HW Richardson Group, is seeking a motivated and adaptable team member to join our busy Invercargill yard. This is a varied, hands-on position combining customer service, administration, and operational support.

  • Competitive hourly rates
  • Full-time hours:
  • Monday to Friday, 7:15am - 5:15pm
  • Saturday, 7:45am - 1:15pm
  • Uniform provided
  • A stable role within a well-established and respected group

About the Role

As the first point of contact for our customers, you'll play a key role in delivering a seamless experience, whether they're picking up materials for a home project or managing larger commercial orders.

Your day will include:

  • Welcoming and assisting customers on-site and over the phone
  • Operating the weighbridge and processing transactions
  • Responding to website and email enquiries
  • Coordinating and planning daily deliveries
  • Ordering products and maintaining accurate records
  • Updating website content and managing communications
  • Supporting yard operations, including stocking and general upkeep

What We're Looking For

  • Strong customer service skills with the ability to engage with a wide range of people
  • Clear and confident communication, with a focus on understanding customer needs
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities throughout the day
  • A proactive, self-starting attitude
  • Good attention to detail and administration skills
  • Comfort working both behind a desk and out in the yard

A forklift licence is advantageous but not essential.

Why Allied Materials?

You'll be part of a supportive team in a business that values practical thinking, strong relationships, and getting the job done right. With exposure to both customers and operations, this role offers genuine variety and the opportunity to build valuable skills.

How to apply

To apply for this job go to: https://hwrcareers.co.nz/Vacancies and enter Reference Code: 6877810

If you're ready to take on a dynamic role where customer service meets operations, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications close 19 Apr 2026


Applications Close: 19 Apr 2026


For more information on our company, visit: https://www.hwr.co.nz