Cargo Screener

Talent Acquisition Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Acquisition Group is seeking a meticulous Screener to join a dynamic warehouse team in Melbourne. You will ensure smooth operations from receiving to dispatch, using forklifts and WMS, while maintaining safety and accuracy.

Ideal candidates have transport security experience, an ASIC clearance, a forklift licence and AVI20118 certification, plus the flexibility to work varied shifts. This role supports a reputable logistics operation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain an ASIC clearance.
• Current Forklift Licence.
• AVI20118 Certificate II in Transport Security Protection.
• Familiarity with RACA and 77G procedures.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts (site specific).

Responsibilities

• Receive goods on behalf of customers and suppliers, offload/load vehicles, check paperwork and report discrepancies.
• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts and hand jacks.
• Palletise cargo, secure with stretch wrap and banding.
• Load/unload trailers and containers safely and accurately.
• Prepare outbound loads, label shipments and handle ULDs.
• Verify freight counts and conditions, sign Bills of Lading.
• Maintain warehouse organisation using WMS and clean, safe work areas.
• Adhere to quality and safety SOPs and customer requirements.
• Support bonded import freight handling and site-specific procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Communication skills

Education

AVI20118 Certificate II in Transport Security Protection

Tools

WMS

Forklift

Job description

• Work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Opportunities for skill development and growth.
• Join a supportive team focused on safety.
• Contribute to secure warehouse operations.
• Be part of a reputable logistics company.

Talent Acquisition Groupis excited to announce an opportunity for a passionate and detail-oriented Screener to join our client's dynamic warehouse team.

About the Role

Your role will involve ensuring smooth warehouse operations by handling a variety of duties from receiving and verifying goods, loading and unloading freight, to operating forklifts. If you excel in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for detail, we want to hear from you!

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive goods on behalf of customers and suppliers, including offloading/loading vehicles, manual handling, checking paperwork, weighing and measuring freight, booking in freight, and reporting any discrepancies or damages.
• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts and hand jacks.
• Palletise loose and floor-loaded cargo, securing with stretch wrap and/or banding.
• Load and unload trailers and ocean containers professionally and without damage.
• Prepare outbound loads: match freight with paperwork, label shipments, and handle ULDs.
• Accurately verify freight counts and conditions, signing off Bills of Lading.
• Safely stage and organise cargo within the warehouse.
• Use booking-in sheets or Warehouse Management System (WMS) to maintain warehouse organisation and accuracy.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, including sweeping, inventory consolidation, and general cleaning duties.
• Follow all quality and safety standards as per SOPs and customer requirements, including reworking or recouping freight where needed.
• Operate Import and Export X-Ray Screening and EDT operations with accuracy and compliance.
• Complete weekly bond checks (site specific).
• Ensure DFT procedures are adhered to, including maintaining perimeter security and challenging any unusual activity (site specific).
• Handle bonded import freight and break down inbound ULDs following regulations (site specific).
• Perform other general warehouse duties as required to support the team.

About You

With experience in transport security, logistics, or a regulated environment, you bring a disciplined and detail-focused approach. You understand the importance of compliance, vigilance, and accuracy in high-security settings and take pride in following procedures and maintaining safety standards.

You are reliable, adaptable, and able to work both independently and within a team. You communicate effectively and complete tasks efficiently.

Qualifications and Experience: Required

• Ability to obtain and maintain an ASIC clearance
• Current Forklift Licence
• AVI20118 Certificate II in Transport Security Protection
• Demonstrated experience with RACA and 77G procedures
• Flexibility to work varied shifts and days (site specific)

Preferred

• Previous experience in a warehouse or freight forwarding environment
• Strong understanding of warehouse safety and security procedures