Freight Assist Australia specialises in transport and logistics services Australia-Wide. With a friendly and vibrant team, we are determined to provide a solution-based approach to your transport and logistics needs while providing exceptional customer service. Our core specialties spread across a range of industries including food, manufacturing, general products and dangerous goods (packaged and bulk).
About the Role:
· Casual Position (potential to transition to Full Time for the right candidate)
· PM Shift (2pm Start Mon-Fri)
· Altona Depot Based
· $38.50 Per Hour + Overtime at Award Rates and Allowances
As a General Hand, you will be essential to our logistics operations, responsible for ensuring that freight is securely prepared for transport. Your keen attention to detail and strong commitment to safety will be vital in maintaining the efficiency of our Linehaul operations. This physical role involves hands-on manual labour, a strong emphasis on safety practices, and a solid grasp of freight handling techniques. You will thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume setting, where your contributions directly impact our overall success.
This is the perfect entry-level role for candidates looking to start from the ground up in the transport industry!
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Conduct checks on load restraints and packaging before transport.
- Strapping and restraining freight safely and efficiently.
- Report any damages to freight or equipment promptly.
- Maintain safety standards and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Secure freight to trailers using strap and utilising corflute and angles where needed.
- Inspect and maintain equipment and tools to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Communicate effectively with team members and drivers.
- Follow safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Ensuring all freight is labelled correctly.
- RF Scanning of all freight coming inward/outward.
- Cubic scanning of inbound freight.
- Supporting operations staff and linehaul drivers as required.
- Opening and shutting tautliner trailers and removing and installing truck gates.
- Cleaning up the yard, including sweeping, rubbish removal, and general maintenance.
Experience and Skills:
- Experience with general freight – advantageous.
- Strong attention to detail, a “can do” attitude, and commitment to safety and customer service.
- Experience in transport/logistics or yard work – advantageous.
- Knowledge of freight handling (tautliners, straps, pallets, gates, curtains).
- A strong work ethic, physical fitness, and positive team attitude.
The successful candidate will need to complete a National Police Check prior to commencing.
Join us:
At Freight assist Australia we believe our people are one of our greatest assets. Some of the benefits include:
- Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities.
- The opportunity to work in an innovative, growing company that invests in its people and IT programs.
- Job security working for an established company, Melbourne family owned and operated since 2012