Dock Operator (Forklift, Automation & Team Lead) – Production Nursery

Location: Glenorie, NSW

Employment Type: Full-Time (Shift Work)

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on and process-driven Dock Operator to support and lead the flow of goods across our wholesale production nursery. This role combines forklift operation, automation systems, and team coordination to ensure efficient daily operations.

You will play a key role in organising small teams, improving workflow efficiency, and working directly within nursery operations, ensuring tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

This is a leadership-by-example role — you must be comfortable working on the ground while guiding others.

Key Responsibilities

- Work with and support automated systems (conveyors, shuttle trays, staging systems) to improve efficiency.

- Organise and direct small teams on the dock and across nursery logistics tasks

- Ensure smooth dock flow, dispatch, and receiving operations

- Lead by example through hands-on participation in all tasks

- Support process improvements and automation initiatives to reduce handling time and labour inefficiencies.

- Assist in nursery operations, including plant movement, staging, and production support.

- Operate forklifts to load,



unload, and move plant stock and materials

- Maintain accurate stock flow, tracking, and staging processes

- Ensure safe, clean, and organised work areas at all times

About You

- Valid Forklift Licence (LF required)

- Proven ability to organise teams and coordinate daily work efficiently

- Strong focus on process efficiency, structure, and continuous improvement

- Comfortable working with automation and machinery systems

- Willing to be hands-on and lead from the front

- Experience in nursery, warehouse, or production environments preferred

- Ability to work shift schedules (early starts / flexible schedule required)

- Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors

- Strong communication skills and ability to follow and give clear instructions

What We Offer

- Full-time role in a high-volume production nursery

- Opportunity to lead and influence operational efficiency and automation projects
- A dynamic position combining leadership, logistics, and nursery work

- Supportive environment with clear structure and performance focus.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

📌 Dock Operator (Forklift, Automation & Team Lead) – Production Nursery (Glenorie)
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