Cargo Warehouse Agent

John Menzies; Australia; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation in Australia is seeking a dedicated forklift operator to support cargo handling operations. The role requires a current LF forklift licence and a proactive, safety‑minded approach to daily tasks on site.

You will operate forklifts and related equipment, perform data entry via terminal, and carry out freight sortation with attention to safety and efficiency. You will also conduct hazard checks and basic vehicle maintenance as part of routine duties.

Qualifications

• Current Forklift Licence (LF).
• Respectful, supportive and friendly approach.
• Clear and honest communication.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Confident and focused.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and vehicles including tow motors and forklifts in accordance with safe operating procedures.
• Use basic knowledge of keyboard and function keys to enter and retrieve data through computer terminal.
• Undertake all relevant freight sortation duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Carry out area hazard checks.
• Perform basic serviceability and maintenance check of vehicles and/or equipment including refuelling of vehicles.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Reliability

Adaptability

Team player

Job description

Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at 350 locations in more than 65 countries, across six continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

Deliver high performance standards around all aspects of cargo handling, meeting the requirements of our customers and maintaining health and safety and overall good working practices in accordance with company policies and procedures at all times.

What you will be doing

• Operate equipment and vehicles including tow motors and forklifts in accordance with safe operating procedures.
• Use basic knowledge of keyboard and function keys to enter and retrieve data through computer terminal/personal computer and operate printing devices.
• Undertake all relevant freight sortation duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Carry out area hazard checks.
• Perform basic serviceability and maintenance check of vehicles and/or equipment including refuelling of vehicles.

Would you like to see more detail on the accountabilities of the role? Please see the attached job description for further information.

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.

What we are looking for

• Current Forklift Licence (LF)
• Respectful, supportive and friendly approach
• Clear and honest communication
• Passionate and driven
• Flexible and understanding of changing priorities and situations

Punctual and reliable

Confident and focused

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.