Tool Storeperson

Sime; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Work-life balance

Permanent role

Leadership development

Global network

Health benefits

On-site parking

Job summary

Hastings Deering seeks a Tool Store Storeperson in Toowoomba, QLD, for a permanent full-time role (38 hours/week, Mon-Fri). You will manage inventory, support warehouse operations, and deliver high-quality service to customers and teammates.

The position offers career development, leadership opportunities, and onsite benefits within a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume warehouse, tool store, or logistics environment.
• Strong customer service skills and relationship-building across the business.
• Intermediate computer skills and ability to work with inventory management systems.
• Forklift licence is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Caterpillar products, parts and services is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Team-oriented yet self-motivated and accountable.
• Commitment to a Zero Harm safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and stock movements: pick, pack, store, dispatch tools, parts and materials with accuracy.
• Support warehouse operations: participate in stocktakes, housekeeping, maintenance, consumable ordering and continuous improvement.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Maintain safety compliance and follow WHS&E policies.
• Ensure operational efficiency and adhere to workshop/operational needs.
• Protect Hastings Deering's reputation by accurate and timely deliveries.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Customer focus

Computer proficiency

Forklift licence

Product knowledge

Organisational skills

Team-oriented

Safety focus

Tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

Kickstart your career or take the next step with Hastings Deering – where our people build something BIGGER.

We're looking for an experienced Tool StoreStoreperson to join our team in Toowoomba, QLD, supporting our operations through the efficient management, storage, and distribution of tools, equipment, and materials. This is a Permanent Full-Time, Monday to Friday role working 38 hours per week.

Who are we and why work with us?

Hastings Deering is proud to be one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine.

We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.

When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive Salary & Security – A competitive hourly rate with competency-based pay increases and a range of benefits designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security.

• Training & Career Development – Opportunities for training, mentorship, and career development specific to your role.

• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a stable Monday to Friday roster that supports work-life balance.

• Stable & Long-Term Career – Benefit from the security of a permanent position with a leading OEM.

• Leadership Development – Access to ongoing leadership and professional development opportunities.

• Innovation & Improvement – Be part of a business committed to continuous improvement and industry-leading practices.

• Global Opportunities – Access to growth opportunities at a regional, national, and international level through our global Sime network.

• Health & Wellbeing Support – Dedicated programs and utilities to support your physical, mental, and financial health, including our Employee Assistance Program, free health checks, and discounted private health insurance.

• Team & Culture – Join a supportive, diverse, and inclusive team that values collaboration and success.

• Parental Leave – Paid parental leave options with 16 weeks for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers.

• Insurance Benefits – Salary continuance insurance.

• On-Site Perks – Free on-site parking and employee discounts, rewards, and incentive programs.

What you’ll be doing

• Manage inventory and stock movements – Pick, pack, store, and dispatch tools, parts, and materials while maintaining inventory accuracy and achieving performance targets.

• Support warehouse operations – Participate in stocktakes, housekeeping, maintenance activities, consumable ordering, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Deliver exceptional customer service – Provide timely and accurate support to internal and external customers, ensuring service expectations are consistently met.

• Maintain safety compliance – Contribute to a safe working environment by following all workplace health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.

• Ensure operational efficiency – Assist in maintaining effective warehouse processes to support workshop and operational requirements.

• Protect Hastings Deering's reputation – Ensure tools and materials are delivered safely, accurately, and on time.

What you’ll need

A successful teammate will have experience in:

• Warehouse experience – Previous experience working within a high-volume warehouse, tool store, or logistics environment is highly desirable.

• Customer focus – Strong customer service skills with the ability to build positive relationships across the business.

• Computer proficiency – Intermediate computer skills and the ability to work within inventory management systems.

• Forklift licence – A current Forklift Licence is advantageous.

• Product knowledge – Experience with Caterpillar products, parts, and services will be highly regarded.

• Strong organisational skills – Ability to manage competing priorities, work autonomously, and maintain high levels of accuracy.

• Team-oriented mindset – Proven ability to work collaboratively while also being self‑motivated and accountable.

• Safety focus – Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a Zero Harm workplace culture.

Hastings Deering follows a Pre‑Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.