Warehouse Leading Hand

Worklane GmbH; City Of Canning; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Pre-employment health assessment

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PPE and workwear provided

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Refresco in Welshpool, Australia, is seeking a motivated Warehouse Leading Hand to support day-to-day operations of our warehouse and distribution function. You will lead frontline warehouse team members, ensure accurate inventory, and dispatch orders safely, efficiently and on time.

You will work closely with the Warehouse Manager and contribute to a fast-paced FMCG environment with a focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse/logistics environment.
• Demonstrated leadership or team coordination experience.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management and freight processes.
• Current forklift licence with safety awareness.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage and dispatch activities.
• Support transport scheduling, freight movements and distribution requirements.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and maintain effective stock control processes.
• Promote and maintain compliance with WHS, transport regulations and company procedures.
• Drive operational improvements while supporting hands-on warehouse duties, including forklift operation and pick/pack activities.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Forklift licence

Communication

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Job description

Warehouse Leading Hand

• Competitive salary + super | Full-time permanent opportunity
• Hands-on leadership role | FMCG manufacturing environment
• Warehouse, logistics & distribution focus | Career growth opportunities

About the Company

Refresco is the world's largest independent beverage manufacturer, producing over 12 billion litres annually across 75+ manufacturing sites globally.

In Australia, our 500+ employees operate across three manufacturing facilities, producing fruit juice, soft drinks and water for some of Australia's leading retailers. At Refresco, we pride ourselves on quality, innovation and creating an environment where our people can thrive.

About the Role

We're seeking a motivated and hands-on Warehouse Leading Hand to support the day-to-day operation of our Welshpool warehouse and distribution function.

Working closely with the Warehouse Manager, you'll provide frontline leadership to warehouse team members, ensuring inventory is managed accurately and customer orders are prepared and dispatched safely, efficiently and on time.

Duties

• Lead and coordinate daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage and dispatch activities.
• Support transport scheduling, freight movements and distribution requirements.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and maintain effective stock control processes.
• Promote and maintain compliance with WHS, transport regulations and company procedures.
• Drive operational improvements while supporting hands-on warehouse duties, including forklift operation and pick/pack activities.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in a warehouse, logistics or distribution environment.
• Demonstrated leadership or team coordination experience.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management and freight processes.
• Current Forklift Licence with sound safety awareness.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills, ideally gained within FMCG, food manufacturing or a similar industry.

Culture

Our Welshpool team is collaborative, safety-focused and committed to continuous improvement. You'll be part of a fast-paced operation where every day is different, your contribution is valued, and you'll have the opportunity to develop your leadership skills while supporting essential supply chain operations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus superannuation
• Full-time permanent role with long-term career stability
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills within a global organisation
• Exposure to a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment
• Career development and internal progression opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture
• Inclusive and safety-first workplace
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• On-site parking
• Pre-employment health assessment included as part of onboarding
• PPE and workwear provided where required