Freight Handler

CouriersPlease; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CouriersPlease is seeking a motivated Freight Handler to support operations at our Newcastle branch. The role involves moving freight, sorting items, and assisting depot staff while maintaining high safety standards.

The position requires a LF Forklift Licence, the ability to perform repetitive manual handling, and a strong work ethic in a fast-paced environment. On-site duties include wearing safety gear and contributing to a clean, safe work area.

Qualifications

• LF Forklift Licence is essential.
• Australian work rights are required.
• Ability to perform repetitive manual handling in a fast-paced depot.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and accuracy.
• Willingness to follow safety protocols and learn procedures.

Responsibilities

• Sort and move freight to designated bays and cages.
• Perform repetitive manual handling of items up to 25kg (team lifts encouraged).
• Read labels and sort freight into correct areas.
• Scan freight and assist movements through the sortation process.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual handling

Safety conscious

Team player

Tools

LF Forklift Licence

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 currently seeking a motivated, safety-focused Freight Handler to support our operations team on a full-time basis based at our Newcastle branch.

Hours

Monday to Friday – 10:00AM to 6:06PM

About the Role

As a Freight Handler, you'll play a vital role in the efficient and secure movement of freight through our depot along with providing some leadership and direction to depot staff.

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.

What We're Looking For

• LF Forklift Licence (essential).
• 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 a criminal history check.