Description:
Vellex Logistics is a diverse Australian owned family business offering freight distribution and warehousing services over the last 35 years. We strive to maintain our competitive edge in the industry and pride ourselves on our high levels of service, safety, and corporate culture.
We are looking for a motivated and reliable Forklift Operator to join our team in a thriving and rewarding organization at our depot based out at Larapinta.
We have an opportunity for a morning and afternoon shift with immediate start!
About the Role:
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Ensure all freight is placed and stacked in the designated areas.
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Ensure freight is secured through appropriate use of load restraints such as ratchets, straps,
ropes, dog and chains as required. -
Operate the vehicle in a manner adhering to the Forklift Operator Code of Conduct.
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Ensure all prestart checks are performed prior to commencing work.
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Maintain a clean and orderly workplace environment by collecting and disposing of loose
rubbish, general housekeeping duties. -
Assist with other warehouse / transport duties.
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Assist with other duties as directed by management.
About you:
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Valid LF Forklift License.
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Pelletized freight experience is a huge plus.
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Experience loading and unloading trucks with a sound knowledge of Load Restraints and Dangerous Goods
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Experience working in a team within a fast-paced environment.
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Strong understanding of safe operating procedures and guidelines when loading and unloading products.
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Be able to undertake duties associated with wrapping pallets, manual handling and administration-based paperwork.
What we offer:
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A competitive hourly rate
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Permanent Full-time position
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Uniforms supplied
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Supportive and collaborative leadership
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Penalty rates after 8 hours (time-and-a-half and double time) - overtime is not guaranteed
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Career development opportunities to drive you forwards
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Opportunity to gain additional accreditation and licences
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Confidential Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family
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Salary sacrifices superannuation and many other employee benefits
All successful candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening including medical, drug and alcohol testing.
If this sounds like you and looking to join a growing company, we would love to hear from you. Your success story starts with us - hit "Apply" and your resume will be sent through to our Human Resources team.
Vellex is an equal opportunity employer. We are an inclusive company where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Vellex aims to select the best qualified person for every position irrespective of age, disability, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender and marital or civil partnership status. During all stages of the recruitment and selection activity, all processes and decisions must be justifiable, lawful and in line with current legislations.