Container Repair & Yard Apprentice

About the Employer

Mō Te Kaitukumahi 

World of Containers Ltd is based in Hamilton and specialises in container repair, maintenance, and refurbishment, along with container delivery and yard operations. We play a key role in supporting New Zealand’s logistics and transport network, providing quality, efficient, and safe repair services for a range of container types. We’re looking to connect with students or graduates interested in hands-on trade and logistics work over summer, with the potential to move into a formal apprenticeship in 2026.

About the Opportunity

Mō Te Huarahi  

Purpose of the Role
This role is designed for someone who wants to build strong all-round trade and yard operations experience.
You’ll support our container repair, yard, and delivery team with a mix of fabrication, maintenance, forklift work, and general site operations.
The position can transition into a full apprenticeship programme in the New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Fabrication/Trade) [Level 3–4].

Key Responsibilities
• Assist with repair, fabrication, and maintenance of steel and aluminium shipping containers
• Carry out tasks such as:
o Cutting, grinding, welding, and fitting container components
o Replacing doors, flooring, panels, and seals
o Preparing, cleaning, and painting repaired surfaces
• Operate a forklift to move and position containers safely in the yard
• Drive a Class 2 truck (if licensed) to deliver and collect containers across the region
• Perform general yard maintenance and housekeeping (e.g., keeping work areas tidy, weed control, basic site upkeep)
• Follow all workshop and yard safety procedures
• Support the wider team in day-to-day operations and lend a hand wherever needed
• Participate in on-the-job training

Training and Development
• Opportunity for paid, hands-on trade and yard experience over summer
• Potential to transition into an apprenticeship with Competenz
• On-the-job mentoring and training from experienced tradespeople and operators
• PPE and training resources provided
• Exposure to workshop repair, transport logistics, and equipment operation

Key Skills and Attributes
• Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual labour
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely
• Forklift licence (or willingness to obtain one)
• Class 2 truck licence preferred, or willingness to train toward it
• Good communication skills and a team-player approach
• Reliable transport to our Hamilton yard

Hours and Pay
• Full-time or casual (Monday to Friday)
• Pay: Starting at the relevant entry-level or training rate depending on experience
• Overtime and weekend work may be available during busy periods

Benefits
• Learn valuable trade and logistics skills in a practical environment
• Earn while you learn, with the potential to move into a full apprenticeship
• Supportive team environment with on-the-job coaching
• Opportunity to gain forklift and truck operating experience and certifications

About You

Mōu 

No experience

Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
Physically fit and comfortable with manual labour
Ability to follow instructions and work safely
Forklift licence (or willingness to obtain one)
Class 2 truck licence preferred, or willingness to train toward it
Good communication skills and a team-player approach
Reliable transport to our Hamilton yard

Hours

Ngā Hāora  

Full Time Monday to Friday