Warehouse Operator - Melbourne Airport

Vertali APAC Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay

KPI incentive plan bonus

Weekday day shifts

Career development opportunities

Structured training and ongoing help

Supportive team culture

Recognition programs

Free on-site parking

Fresh fruit/snacks in break room

Job summary

Navia Freight in Melbourne is seeking a motivated warehouse associate to perform pick packing, inventory management and ensure accurate records within a safe, compliant environment.

You will load and unload vehicles, operate forklifts with care, maintain warehouse systems, and contribute to a tidy, efficient operation. Applicants should have a forklift licence (essential) and experience in logistics; weekday day shifts with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Previous warehouse, freight or logistics experience.
• Forklift licence is essential; order picker licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Pick packing and inventory management.
• Loading and unloading vehicles and containers.
• Operating forklifts and warehouse equipment safely.
• Maintaining accurate records and warehouse systems.
• Contributing to a clean, organised and compliant warehouse environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Team oriented

Reliability

Forklift licence (essential)

LO Order picker licence (desirable)

Warehouse experience

Job description

Job Description

• Pick packing and inventory management


• Loading and unloading vehicles and containers


• Operating forklifts and warehouse equipment safely


• Maintaining accurate records and warehouse systems


• Contributing to a clean, organised and compliant warehouse environment

About the Employer

Founded in Melbourne in 2003, Navia Freight is a fully integrated freight forwarding and logistics company with a global footprint spanning nine offices across Australia, the US, New Zealand and Malaysia. We specialise in sea freight, air freight, customs clearance and 3PL - underpinned by our own technology platform, Navia Hub, and a team with genuine on-the-ground expertise. We're guided by four values: innovation, transparency, performance and partnership. If you're looking for a business where experience is valued and careers can grow, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Candidate

• Valid LF Forklift Licence (essential)


• LO Order picker Licence (desirable)


• Previous warehouse, freight or logistics experience


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety


• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling tasks safely


• Reliable, punctual and team-oriented


• Flexible attitude and willingness to learn

Work Environment

• Above award salary and stable full-time employment


• KPI Incentive Plan Bonus


• Monday to Friday day work, leaving your weekends free (occasional w/end OT)


• Career development and progression opportunities


• Structured training and ongoing support


• Supportive team culture where effort and initiative are recognised


• Employee recognition programs and service milestone rewards


• Free On-site parking


• Fresh fruit/snacks provided in tearoom

Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a paid on-site trial day. This provides valuable exposure to the day-to-day responsibilities of the role and an opportunity to meet the team and become familiar with our warehouse operations.