Forklift Operator

AWH Pty Ltd; Gillman; Remote; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Uniform allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

AWH Pty Ltd in Gillman, South Australia, is seeking a Store Officer to ensure efficient store operations, including forklift handling, receiving goods, and accurate stock control.

You will maintain safety standards, perform stocktakes, prepare orders for dispatch, and collaborate with the team to improve processes. Onsite parking, uniform allowance, and access to the employee assistance program are provided.

Qualifications

• Forklift operations using tynes and clamps.
• Receive and inspect incoming goods; verify quantities and quality.
• Record stock movements in inventory management systems.
• Assist with periodic stocktakes to maintain accurate inventory.
• Prepare orders for dispatch with accuracy and timeliness.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations to maintain a safe workplace.
• Collaborate with team to ensure smooth store operations.
• Support process-improvement initiatives to increase efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely to move goods in and out of store facilities.
• Receive, inspect, and store incoming stock, ensuring quantities and quality are correct.
• Maintain accurate records of stock movements in the inventory system.
• Assist with regular stocktakes and reconcile discrepancies.
• Prepare and package orders for dispatch to meet delivery timelines.
• Follow WHS guidelines and promote a safe working environment.
• Work with colleagues to optimise store processes and communications.

Skills

Forklift operations

Receiving goods

Stock recording

Stocktakes

Dispatch preparation

WH&S compliance

Team collaboration

Process improvement

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

At AWH, you’ll be contributing to the success of one of Australia’s leading logistics and warehousing specialists. After being founded in 1998 as Australia's largest independent wool handler, you’ll feel comforted in knowing that AWH has continued to evolve, and is now at the forefront of providing storage, handling and inventory management for import, export and domestic distribution. Due to an increase in customer activity, we are now seeking to add to our Gillman team.

Job Description

As a Store Officer at AWH, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of our store facilities. Your commitment to safe forklift operations will support the smooth flow of goods in and out of AWH sheds. Key Responsibilities include:

• Forklift operations utilising both tynes and clamps as required
• Receivingand inspecting incoming goods, verifying correct quantities and quality
• Accurately recording all stock movements using the designated inventory management systems
• Assisting with periodic stocktakes to ensure accurate inventory levels
• Preparingorders for dispatch, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
• Complying with health and safety regulations to maintain a secure working environment
• Collaboratingwith other team members to ensure smooth operations within the store
• Contributingto process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency in store operations

This position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. We are looking for people with:

• Forklift experience, ideally with both tynes and clamps
• At least two years’ experience in warehousing and logistic.
• Must hold current, valid LF forklift licence and car licence.
• Ability to undertake the physical requirements of the role
• Proven ability to follow directions and instructions
• Awareness of WHS in the workplace

AWH provides onsite parking, uniform allowance and access to our employee assistance program.