Yard Associate – Timber, Forklift & Customer Service

Dahlsens; Nowra; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take a day off on your birthday

Birthday leave paid Day Off

Uniform provided

Safety boots reimbursement up to $120

Employee assistance program

Team member discounts

Education Assistance Program

Excellent team culture

Job summary

Dahlsens Nowra NSW is seeking a hands-on Yard Person to keep our timber yard running smoothly and to help customers. You will unload, organize, and load orders, and ensure safety and accuracy in every step.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you’ll operate forklifts, assist with deliveries when needed, and work with a supportive team in an outdoors-focused role that values initiative and pride in your work.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Forklift Licence (LF).
• Experience in retail, warehouse or yard environment preferred.
• Knowledge of timber and building materials preferred.
• Able to lift up to 25kg (40kg with dual lift) and perform manual handling.
• Work safely and follow Dahlsens processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and load/unload trucks.
• Move stock and timber around the yard.
• Prepare customer orders and manage stock.
• Assist customers across yard, phone and counter.
• Process paperwork per Dahlsens procedures.
• Manual handling of timber and building materials (up to 25kg, up to 40kg dual lift).
• Keep yard, warehouse and sheds neat and hazard-free.
• Deliver goods on time when required.
• Report hazards and incidents via Donesafe.
• Support safety and the 'Circle of Care' initiative.

Skills

Forklift licence (LF)

Customer service

Team collaboration

Read tape measure

Safety awareness

Physical fitness

Timber/building materials knowledge

Job description

Dahlsens Nowra NSW is seeking a hands-on Yard Person to keep our timber yard running smoothly and to help customers. You will unload, organize, and load orders, and ensure safety and accuracy in every step.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you’ll operate forklifts, assist with deliveries when needed, and work with a supportive team in an outdoors-focused role that values initiative and pride in your work.