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Forklift driver

Newcastle
Knauf Metal
Forklift driver
Posted: 15 April
Offer description

About the Role

As a Customer Service Operator – Forklift Driver you will report to the Trade Store Manager and will be responsible for distribution activities through the daily operations of the Thornton trade store.

Responsibilities

* Unloading plasterboard as an offsider
* Dealing with customers face‐to‐face and over the phone
* Picking and packing orders on a daily basis
* Regularly checking and making up orders
* Receiving goods and checking off paperwork while maintaining due diligence
* Loading and unloading customer vehicles
* Maintaining operational equipment and reporting any faults or damage to management
* Recording and reporting any customer complaints to the Trade Store Manager via Knauf's complaint and customer procedures
* Assisting with stock take/inventory counts to ensure accurate inventory records are maintained
* Performing general warehouse duties and housekeeping

Qualifications & Experience

* Prior experience within the distribution and logistics industry (highly desirable)
* Experience using Microsoft Office (advantageous)
* Ability to work full time at the Thornton site (Mon‐Fri, 6am‐3pm)

Essential Requirements

* Full and unrestricted Australian working rights – no visa sponsorship offered
* Valid police check
* Valid forklift licence (essential); truck driver licence highly regarded
* Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
* Successful completion of pre‐employment medical

Working Hours & Location

Must work full time at the Thornton site, Monday to Friday, 6am to 3pm.

Benefits

* $33.00 per hour + super + allowances
* 14 weeks parental leave (primary carer)
* Yearly pay review
* Discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, Qantas lounge, novated leasing, and trade discounts
* Career development and training opportunities
* Free onsite parking

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Please let our team know if we can adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.

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