We are looking for motivated and well organised individuals to join our existing team with duties to include loading and unloading trailers and trucks, sorting freight and assisting with load allocations, preparation of outgoing freight, manifesting, preparation of paperwork and bookings. WHAT YOU NEED: Current Forklift Licence with experience loading and unloading not just regular sized pallets, but oversized, fragile and awkward shaped freight. Also required to conduct pre-start checks on forklifts and other equipment within the logistics environment Ability to use handheld scanners, learn manifesting and compile paperwork Be a team player, have good communication skills and be willing to work in a team Have a reasonable fitness level to perform this busy role Excellent customer service skills and a strong attention to detail. Reasonable literacy and numeracy skills also required. Excellent work ethic with a "can do" attitude and approach Have a strong understanding of WHS in a busy transport workplace and can follow safety protocols, procedures and policies Understand Chain of Responsibility and can follow and implement required safety standards to the highest level Able and willing to comply with not only our Company Policies, but the policies of our partners and carriers Be able to pass a National Police Check and random Drug & Alcohol testing HR or larger Drivers Licence is also desirable. While previous experience in a similar role is definitely advantageous, we are happy to invest in the right person with training and more! Renumeration can be discussed depending on applicants experience and skill level. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Casual Pay: From $28.00 per hour Schedule: Afternoon shift Monday to Friday Morning shift Application Question(s): Can you pass a National Police Check? Do you have any previous relevant experience? If yes - please give a brief description. Do you have any pre-existing injuries or concerns that may affect your ability to perform the duties outlined in this job description? If yes - please provide a brief description. Are you physically strong enough to perform the duties outlined including hand stacking pallets for bulk delivery for example? Are you currently working? If yes - please provide the notice period you would be required to give to your current employer. Do you hold a current Forklift Licence? If yes - please provide a brief description of your forklift driving experience Do you hold a current Driver's Licence? If yes - please provide your current class of licence (CA/C/LR/MR/HR.HC/MC) Do you have any knowledge/understanding of transport industry WHS regulations/requirements and your responsibility within the Chain of Responsibility (CoR), fatigue management and NHVR guidelines and requirements? This position requires the use of computers, mobile phone apps and handheld scanners for use in the depot and on the road. Training and education is provided and all staff have access to operations manuals (containing instructions) and senior staff members. With this in mind, do you feel you could use these devices as part of your day to day work? This position involves interaction not only with our team members but also with customers and the carriers we contract to. Do you believe you have above average customer service and communication skills? This position involves many different duties and requires high attention to detail and the willingness to work both alone and with the team to get things done. Are you capable of confidently working on your own and with the team? Work Location: In person
