Freight Handler

CouriersPlease; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CouriersPlease is seeking two reliable Freight Handlers for our Salisbury depot in Queensland. This full-time role involves early morning shifts (3:00 AM – 10:36 AM) with a focus on safety, accuracy, and efficient freight movement.

You'll sort, scan, palletise and wrap freight, support the sortation process, and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. A forklift licence is preferred; Australian work rights are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics or freight environment is ideal but not essential.
• LF Forklift Licence (for 1x of the vacancies).
• Comfortable with repetitive manual handling and physically demanding work.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety protocols.
• Must have Australian work rights.

Responsibilities

• Sort and move freight into designated bays and cages.
• Perform repetitive manual handling of items up to 25kg (team lifts encouraged for items over 20kg).
• Read labels and correctly sort freight into appropriate areas.
• Scan freight and support movements through the sortation machine.
• Palletise and shrink-wrap freight as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area.
• Follow all safety processes and procedures at all times.

Skills

Forklift Licence

Warehouse experience

Manual handling

Fast-paced environment

Team work

Attention to detail

Safety protocols

Australian work rights

Job description

CouriersPlease is a leading parcel delivery service in Australia, with over 40 years of experience and a strong focus on innovation, customer service, and sustainability. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork.

We’re looking for 2x reliable and safety-focused Freight Handlers to join our operations team on a full-time basis at our Salisbury branch.

Hours: Monday to Friday | 3:00AM to 10:36AM

About the Role:

As a Freight Handler, you'll play a vital role in the efficient and secure movement of freight through our depot.

Our freight profile primarily consists of small to medium parcels, typically under 10kg, however, occasionally, you may be required to handle items weighing up to 25kg (team lifts encouraged for items over 20kg).

This role requires a high level of attention to detail, physical fitness, and a strong safety mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sort and move freight into designated bays and cages.
• Perform repetitive manual handling of items up to 25kg (team lifts encouraged for items over 20kg).
• Read labels and correctly sort freight into appropriate areas.
• Scan freight and support movements through the sortation machine.
• Palletise and shrink-wrap freight as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area.
• Follow all safety processes and procedures at all times.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics or freight environment is ideal but not essential.
• LF Forklift Licence (for 1x of the vacancies).
• Comfortable with repetitive manual handling and physically demanding work.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety protocols.
• Must have Australian work rights.

Important to Know:

• You’ll be required to wear steel cap boots and high-vis gear at all times on site.
• Safety is our number one priority – full induction and training will be provided on:
• Safe lifting techniques.
• Depot traffic management.
• As we transport valuable goods and uphold strict customer obligations, all candidates must successfully complete acriminal history check.

Next steps:

(CouriersPlease will never ask for your personal details including, bank details or tax file number via email.)