Logistics Operator Trainee – Toronto

HunterNet Co-op; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative training opportunity awaits in Toronto for a motivated individual eager to embark on a career in logistics. This role offers the chance to gain a nationally recognized qualification while working hands-on in a dynamic environment. As a Logistics Operator Trainee, you will learn essential skills in supply chain operations, including material management and vehicle operation. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to quality and safety, and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in logistics. This is a unique chance to grow professionally while contributing to a team dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• Willingness to gain forklift and heavy vehicle driver’s licenses.
• Ability to work safely and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Advising on material placement, storage, and pickup.
• Preparing and loading customer orders for dispatch.
• Conducting daily vehicle inspections and maintenance.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Effective Communication

Safety Awareness

Education

Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations

HunterNet Career Connections, in partnership with our host company Poly Pipe, is seeking a Logistics Operator Trainee to join their team in Toronto. We are looking for a motivated individual interested in completing a Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations. The successful applicant will complete this nationally recognised qualification while gaining on-the-job experience over 24 months.

Poly Pipe, founded in 2006, is an industry specialist in manufacturing Polyethylene pipe systems for data, water, gas, waste, and energy applications. Located in the Hunter Valley, Poly Pipe boasts a modern extrusion and manufacturing facility equipped with the latest technology and is renowned for quality assurance.

As a Supply Chain Trainee, your duties will include:

• Advising employees, suppliers, and customers on material placement, storage, and pickup
• Preparing and loading customer orders for dispatch
• Operating, refueling, and maintaining forklifts daily
• Transporting stock with proper documentation; reporting and documenting damaged or rejected goods
• Manoeuvring vehicles into position for loading and unloading
• Conducting daily pre-start checks and regular inspections on vehicles; reporting faults or defects
• Carrying out basic vehicle maintenance, including purchasing fuel and oil as required
• Estimating load weights and ensuring safe, compliant distribution
• Completing administrative tasks, including obtaining signatures on manifests, delivery dockets, and supplier pickups
• Maintaining a work diary with trip details
• Monitoring vehicle performance, including fuel and oil usage, and tyre condition
• Assisting with manufacturing practices and stocktakes during periods of low demand
• Maintaining a clean and safe workplace and actively participating in site safety programs
• Performing additional duties as required

About you:

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Exceptional time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to demonstrate effective team management
• Willingness to gain a qualification along with forklift and heavy vehicle driver’s licenses (if applicable)
• Ability to work safely at all times
• Commitment and drive to complete the traineeship

As part of the recruitment process, suitable applicants will be required to complete pre-employment medical testing, including drug and alcohol screening.

HunterNet Career Connections engages apprentices and trainees on behalf of employers, aiming for high-quality outcomes through a partnership approach.

HunterNet Career Connections is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of characteristics protected by law. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and minority groups are encouraged to apply.

Over 40 host organisations ready to take you on.

We have over 40 host companies ready to take you on.