Dock Operator (Forklift, Automation & Team Lead) – Production Nursery

Flower Power; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Flower Power Glenorie, NSW is seeking a hands-on Dock Operator to lead and manage daily dock activities in a high-volume nursery operation. You will operate forklifts, work with automation systems, and coordinate small teams on the dock to maintain efficient flow and accurate stock movement.

The role emphasizes leadership by example, safety, and continuous improvement across nursery logistics tasks, including loading, unloading, and staging plant stock and materials.

Qualifications

• Valid Forklift Licence (LF) is required.
• Ability to organise teams and coordinate daily work efficiently.
• Strong focus on process efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working with automation and machinery systems.
• Willing to be hands-on and lead from the front.

Responsibilities

• Work with automated systems (conveyors, staging) to improve efficiency.
• Organise and direct small teams on the dock and across nursery logistics tasks.
• Ensure smooth dock flow, dispatch, and receiving operations.
• Lead by example with hands-on participation in all tasks.
• Support process improvements and automation initiatives to reduce handling time.

Skills

Forklift operation

Automation systems

Team coordination

Leadership

Shift work

Job description

Location: Glenorie, NSW
Employment Type: Full-Time (Shift Work)

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on and process-driven Dock Operator to support and lead the flow of goods across our wholesale production nursery. This role combines forklift operation, automation systems, and team coordination to ensure efficient daily operations.

You will play a key role in organising small teams, improving workflow efficiency, and working directly within nursery operations, ensuring tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

This is a leadership-by-example role — you must be comfortable working on the ground while guiding others.

Key Responsibilities

Work with and support automated systems (conveyors, shuttle trays, staging systems) to improve efficiency.

Organise and direct small teams on the dock and across nursery logistics tasks

Ensure smooth dock flow, dispatch, and receiving operations

Lead by example through hands‑on participation in all tasks

Support process improvements and automation initiatives to reduce handling time and labour inefficiencies.

Assist in nursery operations, including plant movement, staging, and production support.

Operate forklifts to load, unload, and move plant stock and materials

Maintain accurate stock flow, tracking, and staging processes

Ensure safe, clean, and organised work areas at all times

About You

Valid Forklift Licence (LF required)

Proven ability to organise teams and coordinate daily work efficiently

Strong focus on process efficiency, structure, and continuous improvement

Comfortable working with automation and machinery systems

Willing to be hands‑on and lead from the front

Experience in nursery, warehouse, or production environments preferred

Ability to work shift schedules (early starts / flexible hours required)

Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors

Strong communication skills and ability to follow and give clear instructions

What We Offer

Full‑time role in a high‑volume production nursery

Opportunity to lead and influence operational efficiency and automation projects

A dynamic position combining leadership, logistics, and nursery work

Supportive environment with clear structure and performance focus.

We are an equal opportunity employer.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.