Distribution Manager

DISTRIBUTION MANAGER – NIGHT SHIFT | FULL-TIME | HAMILTON

Join a team that keeps New Zealand moving overnight.

We’re looking for a hands-on, people-focused leader to manage our night-shift operations at the Hamilton Parceline hub, part of the Freightways Group. This is a key role ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient movement of freight through the network.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As our Distribution Manager, you’ll lead the night-shift team that processes and dispatches high volumes of freight for New Zealand Couriers, Post Haste, and other Freightways brands.

You’ll oversee people, processes, and performance — keeping things on schedule, solving problems in real time, and ensuring compliance with safety and service standards.

Shift hours :

Monday to Friday, shift hours between 18 : 00 and 04 : 00 (permanent, full-time).

Key responsibilities include :

Managing and motivating a diverse night-shift team

Overseeing inbound and outbound freight flow through the Hamilton hub

Ensuring compliance with H&S procedures, forklift operation standards, and site protocols

Tracking performance and KPIs, including exception reporting

Supporting continuous improvement and efficient handovers to day shift

Working closely with other branches and transport partners across the Freightways network

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re after someone who’s calm under pressure, organised, and confident leading teams in a time-critical environment.

You’ll thrive in this role if you :

Have previous experience managing or supervising operational teams

Understand freight or logistics operations (preferred, not essential)

Communicate clearly and lead by example

Know how to maintain energy and focus across a night-shift crew

Are confident with compliance, safety, and basic reporting

Bring a strong work ethic and a focus on team success

WHAT’S ON OFFER

A permanent, full-time leadership role with real responsibility

Competitive pay and access to staff discounts

Opportunities for development and internal progression within the Freightways Group

Access to discounted Southern Cross health insurance, Lumino Dental, and EAP support

A team-first culture that values recognition, safety, and performance

A chance to take ownership and make your mark on a key operation

ABOUT PARCELINE / FREIGHTWAYS

Parceline Express is the linehaul and distribution backbone of the Freightways Group, powering overnight courier services for some of New Zealand’s most trusted brands. From our national hubs, we connect cities, people, and businesses with reliable overnight delivery and it all starts with our team.

READY TO STEP UP?

If you're ready to lead from the front and keep things moving overnight, we’d love to hear from you.

Click Apply Now and join us!

Applicants must have New Zealand citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa.

Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and proof of work eligibility will be required.