Processing Officer

New Zealand Post • palmerston north, manawatū- hanganui • Posted June 26, 2026

About the Role

Processing Officer – On Call

Location: Palmerston North. Pay: $26.75 per hour (from 1 July 2026) + night rate allowance until 6am.

Shift: Sunday to Friday 10:00pm – 6:30am as and when required.

Requirements: Must have reliable transport.

Responsibilities

  • Sort, consolidate and dispatch parcels and freight at the Manawatu Operations Centre.
  • Assist couriers by preparing parcels for delivery.
  • Cover shifts during illness, extended leave or peak delivery periods.

Qualifications

  • Physical ability to lift up to 25kg continuously.
  • Attention to detail and good geographical knowledge.
  • Ability to cover shifts between Sunday and Friday 10:00pm – 6:30am as required.

Benefits

  • Learning and development opportunities to support career goals.
  • A safe and secure work environment.
  • Employment at a stable, government‑owned agency that is secure.
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