Warehouse Operations – Forklift Operator

R K Wholesale Tyres Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable position within an established

Small hands-on team environment

Opportunity to become an important, in

Full-time employment

Job summary

R K Wholesale Tyres Pty Ltd is seeking a Warehouse Person to join our Thomastown, VIC team as a Forklift Operator. This full-time role involves unloading containers, order picking, forklift operation, and general warehouse duties.

The successful candidate must be physically fit, reliable, able to work autonomously, and capable of heavy lifting in a fast-paced environment. Forklift licence is essential and Australian working rights are required.

Qualifications

• Must be physically capable of heavy lifting and manual handling.
• Current forklift licence is mandatory.
• Previous warehouse or similar physical work experience is preferred.
• Full Australian working rights are required.

Responsibilities

• Unloading shipping containers and receiving incoming stock.
• Picking, packing and preparing customer orders.
• Operating a forklift to move, load and organise stock.
• Lifting, moving and handling heavy products.
• Checking stock against orders and delivery paperwork.
• Organising and maintaining warehouse stock.
• Loading and unloading goods safely.
• Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy and organised.

Skills

Physically fit

Reliable

Team player

Independent

Punctual

Hardworking

Tools

Forklift truck

Job description

Warehouse Operations - Forklift Operator

R K Wholesale Tyres Pty Ltd - Thomastown VIC

Full-Time Position

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable, physically fit and hardworking Warehouse Person to join our team.

This is a hands-on, physically demanding role involving container unloading, order picking, forklift operation and general warehouse duties.

The work is repetitive and routine, so we need someone who is comfortable with physical work, can maintain a consistent pace and is happy working autonomously without constant supervision.

You will spend much of your day on your feet, lifting, moving and organising stock. This is not a light warehouse position. Heavy lifting and manual handling are a regular part of the job.

Key Responsibilities

• Unloading shipping containers and receiving incoming stock.


• Picking, packing and preparing customer orders.


• Operating a forklift to move, load and organise stock.


• Lifting, moving and handling heavy products.


• Checking stock against orders and delivery paperwork.


• Organising and maintaining warehouse stock.


• Loading and unloading goods safely.


• Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy and organised.

About You

The successful applicant will be someone who:

• Is physically fit and capable of regular heavy lifting.


• Enjoys hands-on, physical work.


• Is comfortable performing repetitive tasks throughout the day.


• Can work independently and stay productive without constant direction.


• Has a strong work ethic and takes pride in their work.


• Is reliable, punctual and dependable.


• Has a practical, common-sense approach.


• Can work at a consistent pace and handle a demanding workload.


• Is a team player with a positive attitude.

Essential Requirements

• Current and valid Forklift Licence - Mandatory and non-negotiable.


• Previous warehouse or similar physical work experience preferred.


• Experience unloading shipping containers and order picking highly regarded.


• Full Australian working rights.

IMPORTANT: A current forklift licence is essential for this position. Applicants without a valid forklift licence will not be considered.

What We Offer

• Full-time employment.


• Stable position within an established business.


• Small, hands-on and supportive team environment.


• Opportunity to become an important part of our warehouse operations.

If you are hardworking, physically capable, reliable and enjoy keeping busy, we would like to hear from you.