Forklift Operator

COS; City Of Wanneroo; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Appreciation programs

Career development

Mental health programs

Onsite gym

Free parking

Employee discounts

Community initiatives

Job summary

COS is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for our Wangara warehouse. The role involves pallet stacking, loading and unloading, and assisting with freight staging and delivery prep.

Monday to Friday with a view to permanency, great team culture and ongoing safety focus. Applicants should have 1–2 years forklift driving experience, a current forklift licence (High Reach desirable), and solid data-entry and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years forklift driving experience, high reach preferred.
• Current Forklift Licence with High Reach desirable.
• Strong safety focus and understanding of warehouse OHS.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a team.
• Basic data entry and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Pallet stacking and loading/unloading of goods.
• Freight staging and prep for delivery; assist trucks.
• Pick and pack orders; inbound and inventory duties (receiving, putaways, replenishment).
• General warehouse duties as needed.

Skills

Forklift driving

Licence - High Reach desirable

Safety awareness

Team player

Data entry

Education

Forklift Licence - High Reach

Tools

WMS basics

Job description

An exciting opportunity exists to join one of Australia’s high growth private businesses. COS is a family owned and run Aussie business made up of a community of like-minded people working towards a common goal. Our purpose is to keep Australian workers, patients and students healthy, safe and productive by providing products. Why? So we can deliver on our pledge to donate 1% of total revenue to everyday Australians through the Lyone Foundation

More About What You’ll Do

We are seeking experienced and reliable Forklift Operators to join our friendly team located at Wangara. Working days are Monday to Friday, with view to permanent where possible.

You will be responsible for warehouse and dock duties, pallet stacking, freight sorting, freight staging ready for delivery and loading trucks

Key Responsibilities Include

• Pallet Stacking
• Loading and Unloading
• Staging
• Pick Packing
• Inbound and inventory Duties such as but not limited to:
• Receiving
• Putaways
• Replenishment
• General Warehouse duties as needed

More About You

To qualify for the role, you must meet the following requirements:

• You are a driven and passionate individual
• A minimum 1-2 years of forklift driving experience 6-7 Bays High
• A current Forklift Licence - High Reach desirable
• Strong sense of safety and a good understanding of warehouse OHS requirements
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to work well in a team
• Basic Computer Skills including data entry

Benefits Of Working With COS

• Generous Appreciation programs
• Commitment to professional development with ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Access to free Mental Health programs
• Modern Onsite gym
• Convenient location with access to free parking
• Employee discounts on full product range
• Opportunity to participate in community welfare and charity initiatives

More About COS

When you join COS, you’ll be working for a growing, socially responsible organisation who provides equal employment opportunities to a talented and diverse team of passionate people, who live and breathe our 6 core values - Passionate, Results Driven, Innovative, Service Excellence, Self-Reflective, and Family. Together, we work towards finding new and original ways to deliver on our Company Purpose: Keep Australian Workers Healthy, Safe and Productive.

Through the success of our business, COS has been proud to give back over $20 million to community through the Lyone Foundation. Each year through the Lyone Foundation, COS supports Australian charities who are focused on human welfare and are underfunded, allocating 1% of annual revenue to the foundation each year.

Founded in 1977, COS is the largest Australian owned and operated national office products business. With over 750 employees located across every State of Australia, COS are leaders in our industry, and we’re ready to welcome you onboard!