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Freight handler

Newcastle
CouriersPlease Pty Ltd
Posted: 10 January
Offer description

CouriersPlease is a leading parcel delivery service in Australia, with over 40 years of experience and a strong focus on innovation, customer service, and sustainability. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork.

We're currently seeking reliable, safety-focused Freight Handler to support our afternoon operations team on a full-time basis.

Hours: Monday to Friday

* 12:00pm - 8:06pm

About the Role:

As a Freight Handler, you'll play a vital role in the efficient and secure movement of freight through our depot.

Our freight profile primarily consists of small to medium parcels, typically under 10kg, however, occasionally, you may be required to handle items weighing up to 25kg (team lifts encouraged for items over 20kg).

This role requires a high level of attention to detail, physical fitness, and a strong safety mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

* Sort and move freight into designated bays and cages.
* Perform repetitive manual handling of items up to 25kg (team lifts encouraged for items over 20kg)
* Read labels and correctly sort freight into appropriate areas
* Scan freight and support movements through the sortation machine
* Palletise and shrink-wrap freight as required
* Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area
* Follow all safety processes and procedures at all times
* We are currently recruiting for manual sortation positions but may require forklift operators in the future.

What We're Looking For:

* Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics or freight environment is ideal but not essential
* Must have a valid forklift and driver's licence
* Comfortable with repetitive manual handling and physically demanding work
* Experience working in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
* Good attention to detail and strong work ethic
* Willingness to learn and follow safety protocols
* Must have Australian work rights

Important to Know:

* You'll be required to wear steel cap boots and high-vis gear at all times on site
* Safety is our number one priority – full induction and training will be provided on:

* Safe lifting techniques

* Depot traffic management
* Equipment use
* As we transport valuable goods and uphold strict customer obligations, all candidates must successfully complete acriminal history check.

Next steps:

If this sounds like you, please submit quick apply now.

(CouriersPlease will never ask for your personal details including, bank details or tax file number via email.)

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