Nightshift Team Leader
Bidfood Waipapa is looking for a motivated, reliable, and hands-on Nightshift Team Leader (2IC) to support our Nightshift Manager and help drive efficient warehouse operations.
This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to take the next step in their leadership journey. You'll work alongside the Nightshift Manager to ensure the team operates safely, efficiently, and delivers outstanding service to our customers.
About the Role
As the Nightshift Team Leader (2IC), you will assist the Nightshift Manager in overseeing the smooth operation of our nightshift picking, packing, and loading activities including admin work. You will lead by example, support the team on the floor, and step up to coordinate operations when the Manager is unavailable.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of their work, and is committed to helping others succeed.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Support
- Assist the Nightshift Manager in coordinating nightly warehouse operations.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Help ensure all orders are picked, packed, and loaded accurately and on time.
- Identify and escalate operational issues while contributing practical solutions.
- Work alongside the team to meet productivity and service targets.
Customer Service Focus
- Ensure customer orders are picked accurately and efficiently.
- Assist with the safe and effective loading of delivery vehicles.
- Help ensure vehicles are dispatched on schedule to meet customer expectations.
Team Leadership
- Support and motivate the nightshift team to achieve high performance.
- Provide guidance and assistance to team members during shifts.
- Help train and onboard new employees.
- Promote a positive, accountable, and team-focused culture.
- Act as second-in-charge and provide leadership cover when required.
Staffing & Security
- Assist with managing workflow and labour allocation throughout the shift.
- Support the maintenance of building, stock, and asset security.
- Report staffing or operational concerns to the Nightshift Manager.
Communication & Collaboration
- Assist with team briefings and communication of nightly priorities.
- Work closely with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Encourage teamwork and effective communication across the business.
Health & Safety
- Lead by example in maintaining a safe workplace.
- Ensure team members follow all health and safety procedures.
- Report hazards, incidents, and opportunities for improving workplace safety.
- Support the Nightshift Manager in promoting a strong safety culture.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment.
- Previous experience in a supervisory, leading hand, or senior warehouse role preferred.
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Forklift experience (licence preferred).
- Confidence using warehouse management and computer systems.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to motivate and support team members.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- A positive, proactive, and reliable approach.
- Flexibility and commitment to working nightshift hours.
Previous experience in a fast-paced, time-critical warehouse environment will be highly regarded.
Why Join Bidfood Waipapa?
At Bidfood, we recognise and reward people who take initiative, contribute to team success, and continually look for better ways of working.
We offer:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Exclusive staff purchasing benefits on our products
- Access to the Bidfood Staff Benefits App with discounts from leading retailers
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
If you're ready to take the next step in your warehousing career and play a key role in supporting a high-performing nightshift operation, we'd love to hear from you.
