Transport and Logistics

Managing a transport and logistics business in New Zealand is challenging

The transport and logistics industry is a major driver of the New Zealand economy. However, growing operational costs, the rising cost of fuel, and skilled and unskilled labour shortages are some of the main challenges facing the industry today.

Managing full-time, part-time and casual employees, plus contractors, all on various pay rates is difficult. To stay competitive, you need to be able to focus on multiple business challenges at once.

What helps you manage your transport and logistics business more effectively is being able to contact Peninsula for expert HR and HSW advice 24/7.

Some of the most common challenges faced by transport and logistics business owners

Wages

Get expert advice on the latest minimum wage, starting-out wage, and training wage to ensure your employees are paid correctly.

Health and safety

Implementing and maintaining rigorous health and safety standards for your transport and logistics business to protect your employees.

Dismissal and termination

Ensuring correct protocols are followed to avoid a potential unjustified dismissal claim. Advice on performance management issues.

Unlimited advice 24/7

Whenever you need answers you can always call the local Peninsula team and feel secure you’re getting the right advice for your business.

Discipline and grievance processes

Our expert team can advise on dealing with discipline and grievance issues fairly. This can help achieve a mutually beneficial resolution.

Protecting your business

Exclusive to Peninsula clients, Peninsula Protect offers protection for legal liability and defence costs arising from HR and HSW claims.

Wages

Get expert advice on the latest minimum wage, starting-out wage, and training wage to ensure your employees are paid correctly.

Health and safety

Implementing and maintaining rigorous health and safety standards for your transport and logistics business to protect your employees.

Dismissal and termination

Ensuring correct protocols are followed to avoid a potential unjustified dismissal claim. Advice on performance management issues.

Unlimited advice 24/7

Whenever you need answers you can always call the local Peninsula team and feel secure you’re getting the right advice for your business.

Discipline and grievance processes

Our expert team can advise on dealing with discipline and grievance issues fairly. This can help achieve a mutually beneficial resolution.

Protecting your business

Exclusive to Peninsula clients, Peninsula Protect offers protection for legal liability and defence costs arising from HR and HSW claims.

The transport and logistics industry runs 24 hours a day 7 days a week. That’s why many transport and logistics business owners prefer working with Peninsula. Our expert HR and HSW services team are available 24/7 to help your business. This enables you to focus on supporting your staff, providing the highest level of service to your clients, and growing your business.

Transport and logistics is considered a high risk industry. There are many hazards employees need to be aware of when working in the various roles. As a business owner it's your responsibility to provide a safe environment for all employees and site visitors.

Some of the more common ones include:

Hazardous chemicals and materials.
Environmental hazards, solvents, (brake and clutch repairs).
Moving vehicles and plant equipment.
Working from a height.
Excessive noise levels.
Fatigue and physical stress.
Manual handling of heavy weights.
Injuries from slips, trips and falls.

While there are constant workplace hazards, you can minimise risks to your employees and visitors through:

SafeCheck: A comprehensive on-site workplace risk assessment by a Peninsula HSW expert.
Tailored Health and Safety documentation policies, processes, manuals, and employee handbook.
Health and Safety software.
An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to help employees manage stress and mental health challenges.

Peninsula can provide you with practical health and safety advice 24/7.

Keep your business moving with expert HR and HSW support from Peninsula

Creating employee handbooks

We can tailor an employee handbook to your business needs, outlining to new and existing employees your culture and expected conduct.

Retention and performance

Attracting and retaining high performing and skilled employees can enhance profitability, efficiency, and reduce staff turnover.

Shift work

A well-thought-out schedule is the foundation of successful shift work management. Rosters should allow for adequate rest periods.