Storeperson / Forklift Operator

Australia Wide Personnel; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Australia Wide Personnel is recruiting for Storeperson / Forklift roles in Laverton North and Derrimut. The positions offer day shifts, with a potential 4-day week after probation, and require a valid LF forklift licence for high reach operations.

You will handle picking, packing, stock prep, dispatch, and general warehouse duties. Ideal candidates have a warehousing background, are physically fit, and can work well in a team while meeting safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Solid background in warehousing with relevant qualification.
• Valid LF forklift licence is required.
• Intermediate computer skills for inventory systems.
• Organisational skills and ability to work in a team.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling.
• Proactive attitude with ability to meet targets.

Responsibilities

• Picking and packing orders via RF.
• Palletising and preparing stock for dispatch.
• Forklift operations - counterbalance and high reach.
• Receiving and despatching goods with correct documentation.
• Operating mobile plant equipment and manual handling.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the work area.

Skills

Solid background in warehousing

LF forklift licence

Intermediate computer skills

Organisational skills

Team working abilities

Manual handling fitness

Proactive attitude

Education

Certificate II or III in Warehousing Operations

Job description

• Day shift hours - Monday to Friday - Opportunity to work a 4-day week after probation
• Forklift licence mandatory - High Reach

Storeperson / Forklift

• Multiple Permanent roles
• Day shift hours - Monday to Friday - Opportunity to work a 4-day week after probation
• Forklift licence mandatory - High Reach
• Laverton North & Derrimut locations

The Company
Our client, based in Laverton North & Derrimut, is an Australian company operating in over 20 branches across Australia and New Zealand. With over 55 years of experience in the electrical and engineering industry, they specialise in motor control, power distribution and automation systems.
Due to achieving continued growth rates in this sector and are now looking to expand their existing team.
Your duties will include, but not limited to:

• Picking and packing orders via RF
• Palletising and preparing stock for dispatch
• Forklift operations - both counterbalance and high reach
• Receiving & despatching goods with correct documentation
• Operating mobile plant equipment, inc forklift if licenced, and performing manual handling tasks
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of your work area

To be successful, you will need to have:

• Solid background in warehousing - Certificate II or III in Warehousing Operationshighly regarded
• Valid LF forklift licence
• Intermediate computer skills
• Organisational skills and team working abilities
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
• Proactive attitude and have the ability to meet company targets

Hours & Pay Rate:

$72,048k + superannuation ($36 p/hr)
Laverton North -9am till 5pm
Derrimut - 7am till 306pm
We request that candidates have full Australian working rights.
Role is subject to a medical including drug and alcohol testing.