The benefits
Start: 16 November ****
$***** per hour
Duration: Approx 3months
Hands-on warehouse role within a busy fresh produce distribution environment
Opportunity to use both stand-up reach and counterbalance forklift skills
Varied work across receivals, cold storage, stock movement and dispatch
Job description
The Role
We are seeking experienced and reliable DC Team Members / Forklift Operators to join a busy berry distribution centre in Devonport, TAS. Working within the fresh produce, warehousing and logistics industry, you will support the receiving, cooling, handling, storage and dispatch of fresh berry products. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced warehouse and cold storage environment, where product quality, safety, teamwork and maintaining the cold chain are essential. The role involves operating both stand-up reach/pick-up forklifts and traditional counterbalance forklifts. This is not a forklift-only position, so successful candidates must also be willing to assist with general warehouse and distribution centre duties as required.
Key Responsibilities
You will support the safe and effective movement of fresh produce through the distribution centre while helping maintain stock accuracy, cold-chain requirements and daily dispatch targets. The role requires confident forklift operation, attention to product quality and flexibility across warehouse duties.
Safely unload incoming trucks and receive deliveries
Operate stand-up reach/pick-up forklifts to move pallets and stock throughout the distribution centre
Operate counterbalance forklifts for truck loading and other warehouse activities
Prepare pallets for cooling and storage in line with operational procedures
Maintain the cold chain throughout product handling to protect freshness and quality
Manage stock within holding rooms and rotate products using FIFO principles
Prepare and organise pallets for dispatch
Safely load outgoing trucks




Assist with general warehouse and distribution centre duties as required
Follow stock handling procedures and operational instructions accurately
Maintain a clean, organised and safe warehouse environment
Follow workplace health and safety procedures, manual handling requirements and forklift safety protocols
Work collaboratively with warehouse team members to achieve daily operational targets
Benefits
$***** per hour
Approximately 15 weeks per placement
Approximately 40+ hours per week, generally 8-10 hours per day
Opportunity to build experience across forklift operation, cold storage and fresh produce logistics
Diverse duties across receivals, stock movement, storage and dispatch
Staggered start dates available from 16 November ****
Your Skills & Experience
Current and valid forklift licence
Minimum 6 months' forklift operating experience
Previous warehouse, logistics or distribution centre experience
Experience operating forklifts in a busy warehouse environment
Confident using both stand-up reach/pick-up and counterbalance forklifts is highly regarded
Good communication and listening skills with the ability to follow instructions
Strong time-management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
Good attention to detail and commitment to product quality
Willing and able to work in cold storage and refrigerated environments
Physically fit and comfortable completing manual handling and general warehouse duties
Available to work 40+ hours per week, including weekends as required
Reliable, safety-conscious and able to work effectively as part of a team
Choose Agri Labour Australia
Agri Labour Australia is an award-winning Australian company with clients in every State and Territory. Proudly representing major agribusinesses, large primary producers, rural operators, and local farmers - we are more than a recruitment agency. Founded on our firsthand knowledge of the land and dedicated to the ongoing success of our clients' businesses and our candidates' careers, you can rely on us for expertise, advice, and support.
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📌 Dc Team Member / Forklift Operator - Devonport, Tas
🏢 Agri Labour
📍 Devonport