We are seeking an experienced and reliable Storeperson / Forklift Operator to join our team at our Westmeadows facility, working the afternoon shift from 1:00pm to 9:00pm.
This is a hands-on role within a busy transport and logistics operation. The successful applicant must have strong forklift skills and, importantly, proven experience loading rigid trucks for tailgate unloading and loading linehaul B-double trailers.
This position requires someone who understands transport loading requirements, weight distribution, load restraint and the importance of freight safety and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Operating forklifts safely and efficiently within a busy warehouse and transport environment.
- Loading rigid trucks correctly for tailgate unloading at delivery destinations.
- Loading linehaul B-double trailers with a sound understanding of axle weight distribution and load positioning.
- Understanding and effectively utilising mezzanine floors when loading trailers.
- Ensuring freight is loaded in the correct sequence and positioned to maintain safe axle weights and vehicle balance.
- Understanding Dangerous Goods handling, segregation and loading requirements.
- Applying correct load restraint practices to ensure freight is secure and compliant for transport.
- Checking freight, identifying discrepancies and ensuring loads are completed accurately.
- Maintaining a clean, safe and organised warehouse setting.
- Working closely with drivers, warehouse staff and management to meet operational deadlines.
Skills & Experience – Essential To be successful in this role, you MUST have:
- Proven forklift operating experience and a current LF forklift licence.
- Previous experience loading rigid trucks for tailgate unloading.
- A strong understanding of axle weights, weight distribution and load positioning.
- Practical knowledge of using mezzanine floors when loading linehaul trailers.
- An understanding of Dangerous Goods requirements and freight segregation.
- A sound understanding of proper load restraint principles and securing freight safely.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to workplace safety.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced transport environment.
- Previous experience working within a transport depot or linehaul operation.
Desirable
- A current HR (Heavy Rigid) driver's licence.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who understands the transport industry and knows that loading a truck is about much more than simply moving freight.
You will take pride in loading vehicles correctly, ensuring freight is secure, axle weights are considered and all loads are prepared safely and efficiently.
The Opportunity
- Afternoon shift, 1:00pm – 9:00pm.
- Based at Westmeadows.
- Work within an established transport and logistics operation.
- Join a team where safety, teamwork and operational efficiency are priorities.
If you have the practical experience and technical knowledge required to load rigid trucks and B-double linehaul trailers correctly, we want to hear from you.