Driver/Logistics Support

Rocket Lab Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. Our team is over 1,300 people strong and we’re adding to it every week. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented. While other companies talk about it, we do it! About the role There are thousands of components that are used on Electron and hundreds of Orders that need to be supplied to internal and external customers on a just in time basis. The Driver/Logistics Support is a permanent position to assist the Logistics Team, ensuring parts and materials are collected/delivered in a timely manner. This position will involve daily contact with suppliers and conduct must be of a professional nature. When not driving, this position will assist the Logistics Team with vehicle maintenance, receipting and dispatching stores.    Essential skills Full Class 1 Drivers license, ability to drive a Manual shift. Proactive, enthusiastic, self-motivated and open to learning The ability to learn quickly and able to work productively without direct supervision Experience working under pressure and to tight deadlines Proven communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships Desired Skills Fork-Lift Endorsement Dangerous Goods Endorsement Class 2 Drivers license Rocket Lab Employee Benefits The opportunity to work with innovative and ground-breaking technology An employee stock purchase program Access to world leading experts to develop your career Unlimited barista coffee, fruit, and snacks Rocket Lab merchandise – T-shirts, mission patches etc. Discounted health insurance with Southern Cross Additional parental leave entitlements A vibrant team culture with social activities throughout the year    If the above sounds like you  apply  now for a confidential call/complete position description! Important Information For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.  These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.  Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.  For more information on these Regulations, click here http://www.pmddtc.state.gov/regulations_laws/itar.html. Important information: FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S Department of State. Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY: For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.  These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.  Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.  For more information on these Regulations, click here  ITAR Regulations.