AI Job Summary
Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, or regulated manufacturing environment (e.g. GMP/ISO).
Current LF Forklift Licence with practical forklift experience.
Demonstrated computer literacy and accurate data-entry skills.
Role Type
On-site - Permanent - Full-time - Entry Level
Description
Steritech is seeking a full-time, permanent Plant Operator to join our team.
About Us
Steritech is the leading and trusted contract sterilisation and decontamination processor in the Asia-Pacific region, and one of the largest worldwide. We are a customer and employee focused business that provides clients with unique opportunities to open their business to new markets through innovative, technically advanced solutions.
Position Overview
This is a diverse, hands-on operational role supporting the safe receipt, movement, processing and dispatch of customer product. Your duties will include forklift operation, warehouse activities, product preparation, data entry, processing support and routine equipment and safety checks.
The role requires a strong commitment to safety, quality and following established procedures in a fast-paced operational environment.
What You'll Be Doing
Receiving customer product and completing quantity, condition and quality checks
Entering accurate product and processing information into the Warehouse Management System
Operating forklifts to unload, move, stage and load customer product
Preparing, labelling, securing and positioning loads for processing
Moving and monitoring product through designated warehouse and processing areas
Supporting routine plant and processing activities in accordance with established procedures
Retrieving samples and dosimeters and completing associated records where required
Preparing processed product, documentation and loads for dispatch




Completing scanning, data entry and general operational documentation
Performing forklift and equipment pre-starts and routine safety checks
Identifying and reporting product, equipment or operational issues
Maintaining a clean, organised and hazard-free work environment
Supporting shift handovers and working collaboratively with the wider Operations team
Key Requirements – About You
You will be a reliable and safety-focused operator who is comfortable working across a range of warehouse and operational duties. You will have practical forklift experience, strong attention to detail and the ability to follow written procedures and complete records accurately.
You will communicate clearly, work positively as part of a team and be willing to learn Steritech's specialised systems and processes. You must also be comfortable with manual handling, repetitive activities and spending extended periods on your feet.
Essential Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills
Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics or regulated manufacturing environment
Current LF Forklift Licence and practical forklift experience
Current driver's licence and/or reliable transport to and from the site
Availability to work 12-hour day shifts, including every second weekend
Physical capability to complete manual handling and active operational duties
Demonstrated computer literacy and accurate data-entry skills
Confidence learning and using warehouse,



transport booking or other operational systems
Strong safety awareness, attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
Current First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain it
Quarantine Approved certification, or the ability to obtain it
Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills
Completion of secondary education to VCE, VCAL or equivalent
Certificate III in Process Plant Operations, Plant Operations or a related field
Experience in sterilisation, biosecurity, GMP, medical device, healthcare or another regulated environment
Heavy Vehicle Licence, White Card or radiation safety training
Why Join Us?
Combine hands-on operational work with genuine team leadership responsibilities
Play an important role in developing team capability and maintaining safe, compliant operations
Work in a specialised and technically advanced processing environment
Join a collaborative business where safety, quality and continuous improvement are valued
Application Requirements
Steritech ONLY accepts applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment Medical check, National Police check, and Reference check.
Diversity Equity & Inclusion Declaration
Steritech is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces and celebrates the differences and similarities within our people.
Steritech welcomes and encourages applicants from all backgrounds, and all suitable candidates will be considered regardless of age, ability, race, gender expression, sex, cultural background, spiritual beliefs or lived experience.
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