Yard & Forklift Operator – Timber & Materials

Dahlsens; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off with pay

Growing together culture

Valued contribution celebrated

Be Well program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for你

Retailer discount platform access

Education assistance

Uniform provided

Team member discounts

Friendly team environment

Job summary

Dahlsens is seeking a Yard Person at our Smithfield NSW branch to keep our yard running smoothly and our customers satisfied. You will unload, organize timber, assemble and load orders, and support the team with efficient, accurate operations.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you’ll operate a forklift, maintain a safe yard, and may deliver orders. This role suits someone who enjoys outdoor work, values teamwork, and takes pride in high standards and safety.

Qualifications

• Current Forklift Licence (LF) (mandatory).
• Previous experience in a warehouse or storage yard environment (preferred).
• Product experience with timber and building materials (preferred).
• Vehicle licence (preferred).
• Strong customer service ethic and a friendly, helpful approach with builders.
• Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail, accurate order picking and safe use of equipment.
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure.
• Physically capable of bending, lifting, balancing, kneeling, crouching and carrying – including lifting up to 25kg (and up to 40kg in a dual lift).
• A reliable team player who is energetic, self-driven and takes initiative to solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Forklift operation, including loading and unloading of trucks.
• Movement of stock and timber throughout the yard.
• Pulling and preparation of customer orders and general stock management.
• Assisting with customer questions across the yard, phone and counter.
• Processing paperwork in accordance with Dahlsens processes and procedures.
• Manual handling of timber, plasterboard and other building materials (lifting up to 25kg, occasionally up to 40kg in a dual lift).
• Keeping the yard, warehouse and sheds neat, tidy and hazard-free at all times.
• Delivering goods to customers on time when required, adhering to all road and traffic regulations.
• Reporting hazards, near misses and incidents promptly via Donesafe.
• Living the 'Our Circle of Care' principles – See, Say, Listen, Stop – and looking out for the safety of yourself, your team, our customers and the community.

Skills

Forklift licence (LF)

Warehouse experience

Timber/building materials experience

Vehicle licence

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Tape measure reading

Physical fitness

Team player

Job description

Dahlsens is seeking a Yard Person at our Smithfield NSW branch to keep our yard running smoothly and our customers satisfied. You will unload, organize timber, assemble and load orders, and support the team with efficient, accurate operations.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you’ll operate a forklift, maintain a safe yard, and may deliver orders. This role suits someone who enjoys outdoor work, values teamwork, and takes pride in high standards and safety.