Asset Inspector/Forklift Operator - Newcastle

Pickles Auctions; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in asset remarketing seeks a reliable Asset Inspector/Forklift Operator to join their Newcastle team. This role involves working outdoors, managing trucks and machinery, and ensuring safety in operations. Enjoy a permanent full-time position with opportunities for training and career advancement. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to safety, with benefits including extra leave and a company bonus program.

Benefits

Extra Leave

Company Bonus Program

On-the-job Training

Paid Volunteer Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Referral Program

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role/industry will be highly regarded.
• Ability to drive manual vehicles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Booking in Trucks/Machinery using an iPad.
• Conducting daily forklift checks and basic maintenance.
• Loading/unloading trucks and vehicles efficiently.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Teamwork

Safety Commitment

Education

Forklift License

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Asset Inspector/Forklift Operator - Newcastle

• Enjoy extra leave + share in our company bonus program
• Dynamic operations environment with no two days the same!
• Training, development and national opportunities for progression

ABOUT THE ROLE

Don’t want to be stuck behind a desk? Have a passion for Trucks and Machinery Equipment? We are looking for a reliable, customer friendly and fast learning individual who enjoys working outdoors to join our Operations team at our branch in Newcastle, 2290. Enjoy the security of this permanent full-time position working Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. In this role, we are looking for someone with high attention to detail, strong communication skills and enthusiasm for change.

In this hands-on role, your key responsibilities would include:

• Booking in a range of Trucks / Machinery by taking photos, entering make/model descriptions and details onto our user-friendly auction system via iPad
• Locate, move, (using a forklift), damaged motor vehicles and record the movements of all vehicles
• Conduct daily prestart forklift checks, basic maintenance checks, and complete forklift logbooks to ensure all activities are carried out in a safe manner.
• Load/unload trucks and vehicles / Equipment efficiently to ensure they are processed in a timely
• Maintain a safe work environmentand following all WHS policies and procedures

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will have the following skills and experience:

• Passion for Trucks/Machinery - experience in a similar role/industry will be highly regarded
• Current & valid drivers' license with ability to drive manual (essential)
• Current, valid forklift license (essential)
• Sound ability to use an iPad
• A strong commitment to safety
• Good attention to detail and communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently in a fast-paced environment

The successful candidate must be willing to work occasional overtime on weekdays where required.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Employee Benefits– Earn up to 5 days’ extra leave and enjoy sharing in the company bonus program after a qualifying period, free on-site parking and more!
• Training & Development– On the job training to make you an expert in your area, internal career pathing opportunities, and study assistance options to help you complete a course or qualification.
• Community & Wellbeing– Pickles proudly support local events and charities, enjoy paid volunteer leave and access our employee assistance program for you and your family.
• Reward & Recognition– Cash vouchers & recognition awards for doing great work and celebration of long service.
• Paid Parental Leave –We recognise the significance of your life beyond work and provide permanent team members with paid parental leave to help you achieve a balance between your professional and family responsibilities.
• Pickles Referral Program -At Pickles, our goal is to hire and retain talented people and one of the ways we do that is by our great employees referring great people to work for us! You could be paid a bonus for referring a successful candidate.
• Advance your Career –Pickles offers a diverse range of career path opportunities, including sales, valuations, project management, leadership, specialist positions, and much more.

ABOUT PICKLES

We’re a service company striving to provide a consistent world-class experience and advice for our customers. We’re a people company because great people do and create great things together. We’re a technology & data company creating thriving marketplaces for our customers to connect and transact easily. We are the Australian leaders in asset remarketing across industrial, motor vehicles, damaged assets, general goods, mining, oil & gas, agriculture and more. With over 850 specialist employees, Pickles boasts a truly national footprint across many important Australian industries.

If this position sounds like you, send your updated resume to us by clicking theAPPLY NOWbutton. Pickles is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with diverse backgrounds to apply.Only suitable candidates will be contacted. Reference checks and criminal history checks will be conducted for the successful candidate.