Afternoon Freight sorter / Dockhands – Ongoing Opportunity

Jobwire; Sydney; On-site; AUD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Potential for permanent opportunities

Immediate start

Job summary

Jobwire is seeking reliable Freight Sorters / Warehouse Labourers for an ongoing afternoon shift in the Sydney area. The role starts with a 4:00 PM shift and finishes around 8:00–8:30 PM, Monday to Friday, based at Lidcombe before relocating to Kemps Creek in early 2027.

Key duties include sorting freight, loading/unloading, and moving items around the depot. Immediate start available with potential for more hours and possible permanent opportunities for the right person.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual and committed to ongoing work.
• Physically fit and able to handle manual handling.
• Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic.
• Own a reliable car and transport is essential.
• Team player and available for ongoing afternoon shifts.

Responsibilities

• Sort freight on and off conveyor belts and onto pallets.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing freight.
• Move freight, pallets and skids throughout the depot.
• Scan and label freight accurately.
• Sort freight safely and correctly.
• Handle cartons, pallets, skids and oversized items.
• Safely move awkward, bulky and top-heavy freight.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures.

Job description

Afternoon Freight sorter / Dockhands - Ongoing Opportunity

Immediate Start | Ongoing Work | Afternoon Shift | $39.20 per hour

Jobwire is currently seeking reliable and hardworking Freight Sorters / Warehouse Labourers to join a busy transport and logistics operation based in Lidcombe, relocating to Kemps Creek Early Next year, Feb / March 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for ongoing Monday-to-Friday work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. The role involves sorting freight, loading and unloading, and moving freight throughout the depot.

The Role

• Afternoon shift commencing at approximately 4:00pm




• Finish around 8:00pm-8:30pm




• Monday to Friday




• $39.20 per hour




• Ongoing work with the opportunity for additional hours




• Immediate start available

Duties & Responsibilities

• Sort freight on and off conveyor belts and onto pallets




• Load and unload incoming and outgoing freight




• Move freight, pallets and skids throughout the depot




• Scan and label freight accurately




• Sort freight safely and correctly




• Handle cartons, pallets, skids and oversized items




• Safely move awkward, bulky and top-heavy freight, including cabinets




• Assist with general warehouse duties as required




• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment




• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures

About You

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Reliable, punctual and committed to ongoing work




• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling




• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment




• Experienced in handling freight, pallets, skids and oversized items




• Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic




• Able to work well as part of a team




• Available for ongoing afternoon shifts




• Previous freight, transport or warehouse experience is highly regarded, but not essential for the right person




• Must have your own reliable car and transport – this is essential

What's on Offer?

• $39.20 per hour




• Immediate start




• Ongoing Monday-to-Friday work




• Afternoon shift




• Opportunity for additional hours




• Supportive team environment




• Potential for permanent opportunities for the right person

Relocation

The company is currently based in Lidcombe and is expected to relocate to Kemps Creek around February/March 2027. Ongoing employment will be available following the relocation.

Why Join Jobwire?

At Jobwire, we provide consistent work, competitive pay and ongoing support. We value reliability, a strong work ethic and candidates who are committed to building a successful ongoing working relationship.

If you are reliable, physically fit and ready for ongoing afternoon work, we'd love to hear from you!