Steel Distribution All-Rounder

newcastle steel distributors; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcastle Steel Distributors in Boolaroo, NSW, is seeking a versatile Steel Distribution All-Rounder to support daily operations. The role blends warehouse and yard tasks with customer service, stock control and deliveries, requiring a practical, hands-on approach and good attention to detail.

Main duties include picking, packing, loading deliveries, stocking, cutting to spec and assisting counter staff. Forklift duties and local deliveries may be required for licensed personnel.

Qualifications

• Experience in steel distribution, warehousing or manufacturing (desirable).
• Current MR driver's licence as a minimum.
• Forklift high-risk work licence (desirable).
• Ability to safely undertake physical duties and operate in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack and prepare steel products in accordance with customer orders.
• Load and unload trucks, delivery vehicles and customer vehicles safely.
• Receive incoming stock and verify quantities against documentation.
• Store, stack and organise steel products in designated locations.
• Measure, mark and cut steel products to customer specifications.
• Operate cutting and processing equipment following training and authorisation.
• Greet customers and assist with enquiries at the sales counter.
• Answer incoming calls and respond to customer enquiries.
• Assist with local deliveries using company vehicles where licensed.
• Operate forklifts where licensed and authorised.

Skills

Customer service

Stock management

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift

Job description

newcastle steel distributors – Boolaroo NSW

The Steel Distribution All-Rounder is responsible for supporting the efficient day-to-day operations of Newcastle Steel Distributors. The position involves a combination of warehouse and yard operations, customer service, sales support, steel processing, stock management and deliveries. The employee is expected to work safely, efficiently and cooperatively, assisting across different areas of the business as operational requirements change. The role requires a practical, hands-on approach, good customer service skills, attention to detail and a willingness to undertake a variety of duties.

Key responsibilities

• Pick, pack and prepare steel products in accordance with customer orders
• Load and unload trucks, delivery vehicles and customer vehicles safely
• Receive incoming stock and verify quantities against delivery documentation
• Store, stack and organise steel products in designated locations
• Measure, mark and cut steel products to customer specifications
• Operate approved steel cutting and processing equipment following appropriate training and authorisation
• Greet customers and assist with enquiries at the sales counter
• Answer incoming telephone calls and respond to customer enquiries
• Assist with local deliveries using company vehicles where appropriately licensed and authorised
• Operate forklifts where appropriately licensed and authorised

About you

• Current MR driver's licence as a minimum.
• Reliable and punctual attendance
• Good verbal communication and customer service skills
• Basic literacy, numeracy and measurement skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
• Ability to safely undertake the physical requirements of the position
• Willingness to learn new tasks and develop skills
• Commitment to safe work practices
• Forklift high-risk work licence (desirable)
• Previous experience in steel distribution, warehousing or manufacturing (desirable)

About us

Newcastle Steel Distributors is a steel distribution business based in Boolaroo, NSW.