Casual Reach Truck Forklift Operator

Metcash Limited; Canberra; On-site; AUD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Metcash Limited, via Australian Liquor Marketers (ALM) Fyshwick, seeks a Casual Reach Truck Forklift Operator to keep our warehouse moving during peak trading. Start times are 5:00am or 8:30am, Monday to Friday.

You must hold a current LF Forklift Licence and have at least 12 months of reach truck experience; counterbalance only experience will not be suitable. Availability to work through December and January is essential.

Qualifications

• Current LF Forklift Licence and at least 12 months' reach truck experience.
• Only candidates with reach truck experience; counterbalance experience alone will not be suitable.
• Availability to work through December and January is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach truck forklifts to complete stock put-aways, replenishment and stock movements.
• Pick and stage orders accurately to support customer deliveries.
• Load, unload and move inventory safely within the warehouse.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and assist with stock control activities.
• Follow all workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
• Support housekeeping activities to ensure a clean, safe and organised warehouse.
• Work collaboratively with the wider warehouse team to meet daily operational targets.

Skills

Reach truck experience

LF forklift licence

Job description

The Metcash story began from the humble origins of our first family-owned corner store in 1927. And for almost 100 years since then, we've been backing independents and strengthening the communities we operate in.

Today, Metcash (ASX: MTS) is Australia and New Zealand's leading independent retail partner and wholesaler in the food, liquor, hardware, and tools industries, with sales of $19.5 billion in FY25. We provide our network with marketing, purchasing, warehousing, distribution and systems support

Australian Liquor Marketers (ALM) is the Liquor wholesale division of Metcash. We are the largest wide range wholesaler to the independent liquor trade. Being part of something bigger in the ALM team is all about making a huge difference for the local retailers, businesses and communities we service. And while you're championing successful independents, the wider Metcash family is behind you with a sea of opportunities to develop yourself, grow your career, and make your mark.

About the Opportunity

Join ALM Fyshwick as a Casual Reach Truck Forklift Operator and play a key role in keeping our warehouse operation moving during our busiest trading period. Shift start times are either 5:00am or 8:30am across Monday-Friday.

We're looking for candidates with a current LF Forklift Licence and at least 12 months' recent reach truck experience. Due to operational requirements, candidates with only counterbalance forklift experience will not be suitable.

Successful candidates must be available to work throughout December and January, with no planned leave during this peak trading period. In return, you'll enjoy consistent hours, a supportive team environment and the opportunity to join one of Australia's leading wholesale liquor distributors.

In this Role

• Operate reach truck forklifts to complete stock put-aways, replenishment and stock movements.


• Pick and stage orders accurately to support customer deliveries.


• Load, unload and move inventory safely within the warehouse.


• Maintain inventory accuracy and assist with stock control activities.


• Follow all workplace health and safety policies and procedures.


• Support housekeeping activities to ensure a clean, safe and organised warehouse.


• Work collaboratively with the wider warehouse team to meet daily operational targets.

You're Likely a Match If

• Minimum 12 months' recent experience operating reach trucks in a warehouse environment.


• Experience working in a fast-paced distribution centre or warehouse environment.


• Strong understanding of warehouse safety practices and procedures.


• Ability to work early starts from 5:00am when required.


• Availability to work throughout December and January