Warehouse Assistant (Forklift Operator)

SABO; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Staff discount

Job summary

SABO is seeking a reliable Warehouse Team Member with a forklift licence to join our Brisbane team. This role focuses on safe forklift operations, efficient pallet handling, and accurate picking and packing to support fast order processing.

You'll contribute to a clean, safe warehouse and work with a collaborative team to deliver premium customer experiences. Flexible shifts are available during seasonal peaks and peak periods.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift in a busy warehouse.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in order picking.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Forklift: unload pallets and move to storage areas safely.
• Picking & packing: prepare orders with care and include collateral.
• Warehouse support: maintain organisation and cleanliness.
• Team contribution: be flexible and assist across tasks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Team player

Physical stamina

Tools

Barcoding systems

Inventory software

Job description

Welcome to SABO
A premium Australian fashion house, established in 2011 with a simple fashion blog turned online store. SABO has a curated collection of clothing, shoes, swimwear, sleepwear, and formal wear all designed in-house and exclusively sold by SABO globally, headquartered in Salisbury, Brisbane.

About the Role

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Warehouse Team Member who has a forklift licence to join our growing team. If you're passionate about getting the details right, love working as part of a collaborative team, and want to be part of a brand that values quality, care, and customer experience — we’d love to hear from you.

This role plays a key part in forklift operations to safely unload heavy pallets of and move them efficiently to designated storage areas. It also helps transport large or bulky items to packing and collection zones, making the picking and dispatch process faster and more efficient.

When there is no forklift specific work to be performed, the role will be operating the ride on cleaning equipment, picking and packing customer orders with precision and care, and general warehouse maintenance and cleaning.

All positions in the Warehouse are expected to help us maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organised space to keep everything running smoothly with a prioritisation on health, safety and wellbeing.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Forklift: Using the forklift to safely unload heavy pallets of and move them efficiently to designated storage areas.
• Picking & Packing: Select the right items with care, pack them securely, and include any collateral for a polished unboxing experience.
• Warehouse Support: Maintain stock organisation, assist with container unloading, and keep the workspace clean, tidy, and safe.
• Team Contribution: Pitch in across tasks, adapt to what’s needed, and work flexibly to help us deliver a seamless customer experience.

Who You Are

• Enjoy a physical job.
• Free from pre-existing injuries that maybe exacerbated by intensive labour involving lifting.
• You take pride in high standards, with great attention to detail.
• You’re happy working both independently and as part of a team.
• You’re flexible and open to rotating tasks based on operational needs.

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced Forklift Operator in a busy Warehouse
• Ability to learn processes and procedures and follow them
• Previous experience working in a role with high attention to detail

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with warehouse systems, barcoding, or inventory software.
• Background in the fashion industry, especially with premium or luxury brands.

Availability

You have a right to work 38 hours per week in Australia with no sponsorship requirements.

We’re seeking someone who’s open to flexible shifts, especially during seasonal peaks.

You are available between 7:30am and 5pm for various length shifts across Monday to Saturday, with a focus on Monday to Wednesday.

Fitness for Work Requirement

• Ability to operate and perform daily checks on forklift on forklift.
• Comply with Health and Safety to maintain a safe working environment.
• Able and willing to wear PPE.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move objects of varying weights, often up to 35 kg, and perform repetitive tasks that require bending, stretching, and standing for long periods.
• Ability to sweep, mop, bend, twist, use a vacuum cleaner and general warehouse cleaning and maintenance equipment without injury to yourself or others in the workplace.
• Ability to concentrate, follow instructions, and make quick decisions to ensure safety and efficiency in the workplace.
• Free from any medical conditions that could impair their ability to work safely.
• Ability to manage fatigue and maintain alertness, especially for those working in shifts or extended hours.

Why Join Us?

At SABO we’re more than just a brand — we’re a team that values care, connection, and doing things properly. Whether it’s preparing an order with precision or helping a colleague unpack a delivery, every action helps shape a premium customer experience and a positive workplace culture.

The hourly rate quoted is for a qualified forklift operator, level 2 award rate for an adult over 21.

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

SABO is not accepting applications from agency recruitment for this role, at this time.