Yard Operator - Afternoon Shift

Norman Carriers; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Professional growth opportunities

Safe, supportive team environment

Job summary

Norman Carriers (Aust) Pty Ltd is seeking an Afternoon Shift Yard Operator to support our warehouse and yard operations in Melbourne. You will load/unload, move, and store materials using lifting equipment, and maintain accurate freight records.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliable communication as you work with warehouse and transport teams to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Assist with container unpacking, packing and freight movements.
• Support freight receivables, dispatch and yard organisation.
• Inspect freight for damage and report discrepancies.
• Complete operational documentation and maintain accurate freight records.
• Conduct equipment pre-start checks and maintain a safe, tidy work environment.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse and transport teams to meet operational deadlines.

Job description

Join our team at Norman Carriers (Aust) Pty Ltd!

We're currently seeking a dedicated and skilled Afternoon Shift Yard Operators to assist with our growing operations. Operational hours 2pm-11pm weekdays with the occasional weekend and overtime offerred.

Position Overview

As an afternoon shift Yard Operator, your main responsibility will be to assist in our warehouse and yard operations. This includes loading, unloading, moving, and storing materials using various lifting equipment. You will also be responsible for inspecting products for defects and maintaining accurate inventory records.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with container unpacking, packing and freight movements.
• Support freight receivables, dispatch and yard organisation.
• Inspect freight for damage and report discrepancies.
• Complete operational documentation and maintain accurate freight records.
• Conduct equipment pre-start checks and maintain a safe, tidy work environment.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse and transport teams to meet operational deadlines.

Key Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience in a warehouse, yard or transport environment.
• CFS, container-handling forklift or reach stacker experience highly regarded.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and a reliable, team-focused attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment and undertake manual handling duties safely.
• Competitive remuneration.
• Opportunity for professional growth within the company.
• Supportive team environment.
• Health and safety-conscious work environment.

At Norman Carriers, we value teamwork, initiative, and dedication to service. We're committed to providing our employees with a supportive and engaging work environment. If you are a team player with a strong work ethic and great forklift skills, we would love to hear from you.

Norman Carriers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.