About the Warehouse, Shipping and Freight Industry in New Zealand
Businesses in this sector provide services for the transportation of passengers and freight by road, rail, water, pipeline or air. It also includes the provision of goods warehousing and storage activities that support transport logistics.
Organisations that provide support activities such as stevedoring, harbour, navigation and airport operations and customs agency services are also included. Given the complexities of co-ordinating transport activities, the services provided by this sector are grouped together under the umbrella of transport logistics.
The transport logistics activities provided by this sector support the local economy and provide an essential service to export industries by enabling the efficient movement of goods to external markets. In line with the sector’s support-player role in the economy, activity has historically been closely linked to wider economic performance.
Demand in Warehouse, Shipping and Freight
Transport logistics demand is largely driven by the performance of the following sectors:
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Agriculture and Food Processing
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General Manufacturing
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High Value-Added Manufacturing
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Mining
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Retail
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Construction
As these sectors boom, so too does the demand on transport logistics. Many of these sectors are subject to business cycles and periods of boom and bust, so those in managerial positions within warehouse, shipping, and freight will need to be sure that they undertake some services that will always be in demand.
The Future of Warehouse, Shipping and Freight
Between now and 2031 the transport logistics task in New Zealand is expected to increase by about 70-75 percent compared to 2006. Growth in Canterbury is expected to be above the national average.
Agriculture will be a key driver in the growth of activity in the city. The Transport Logistics sector is a key service sector enabling the delivery of primary produce to national and international markets. Large increases in agricultural productivity are expected.
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Class 2 Driver
City:
Hamilton
Job Type:
Temporary
Date:
1 day ago
We’re on the hunt for a reliable Class 2 driver to join a hardworking team in Hamilton. You’ll be out on the road delivering materials, helping out on site, and representing the team with a great attitude.
Location: Hamilton
Start date: Immediate start available
Pay rate: $29–32 per hour (paid weekly)
Your day-to-day duties will include:
Local deliveries around the Waikato region
Operating a Class 2 truck safely and efficiently
Loading and unloading materials
Communicating with dispatch and site staff
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
A full NZ Class 2 licence
WTR a bonus
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procurement advisor.
City:
Wellington
Job Type:
We are seeking a Procurement Advisor for an immediate start contract position running until the end of February 2026. This role is critical to addressing a short-term high-volume, and hands-on role in a peak period.
The Role:
This position is focused on supporting high-volume procurement activity, particularly around AOG panel contracts.
Contract Processing and Documentation: Manage essential administrative tasks for contracts, including updating the contract register, processing documentation (e.g., using tools like DocuSign), and maintaining accurate records using spreadsheets.
Supplier Engagement and Selection: Work within established supplier arrangements (panels and preferred lists) to source services and expertise required by project teams.
Managing Work Requests: Monitor and action requests that come into the team's central point of contact (inbox), ensuring all steps are followed quickly and accurately.
Internal Coordination: Liaise with business teams to clarify their service needs, ensuring the request information is complete before engaging with suppliers.
Specific Project Support: Provide dedicated administrative and processing support for high-priority streams.
Compliance: Ensure all procurement actions strictly follow required internal and external rules and guidelines.
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Date:
14/11/2025
We are seeking a Procurement Advisor for an immediate start contract position running until the end of February 2026. This role is critical to addressing a short-term high-volume, and hands-on role in a peak period.
The Role:
This position is focused on supporting high-volume procurement activity, particularly around AOG panel contracts.
Contract Processing and Documentation: Manage essential administrative tasks for contracts, including updating the contract register, processing documentatio…..
Dispatcher
City:
Otago / Southland
Job Type:
Contract
Date:
22 days ago
We have an opportunity in Queenstown to work as a Dispatcher in very busy supply business. You would be required to organise deliveries to ensure a functioning site in a busy yard environment.
What's on offer:
Immediate start
Full time hours 40-45 hours per week
Weekly pay
Supportive crew
Training opportunities
The role:
Provide excellent customer service through accurate order processing and data entry
Coordinate and schedule the loading, and delivery of all orders
Efficiently manage resources
Request order numbers and manage order documentation
Ensure proper handling of raw mater…..