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Help us deliver like never before
We’re delivering like never before. From the vehicles that we drive, to the small businesses that make our communities thrive. We’re delivering for the environment, for our communities, for our customers and for our people. We’re moving forward and we want you to come along for the ride.
About the opportunity
As our Freight Handler / Forklift Driver, you’ll be based in one of our facilities, working with colleagues across our processing and deliveries teams to keep the cogs of our business turning. Safely operating a forklift and also sorting product on the floor, you’ll support with loading parcels/pallets for our delivery and transport drivers to head out on the road and deliver for Australia like never before. If you enjoy variety, then this combination operations role is one for you. From time to time, you'll also be required to operate and drive an MR Truck.
About you
- Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Hold a valid LF Forklift License and MR Truck license
- Be fit enough to lift/load and unload mail/parcel items of all different shapes and sizes frequently around our facilities and into trucks
- Be safety-focused, willing to undergo a vehicle assessment and pre-employment checks (medical, drug/alcohol screening and national police checks)
- You’re a self-starter that enjoys working in a busy operations environment
- You enjoy connecting with others in the community to support us to deliver on time, and like never before
- Able to start from 12:00pm and finish 7:36pm, Monday to Friday.
How we’ll deliver for you
- Work in a modern facility and benefit from competitive rates, diverse rosters and operate in a safe and inclusive working environment.
- We invest in you for the long-term, encouraging growth through delivering on our values of trust, inclusivity, empowerment and safety.
- Be part of a culture where everybody feels they belong, are valued, and can bring their authentic self to work every day.
- Offer an attractive rate of pay of $35.31 per hour +12% supperannuation contributions
We’re delivering together
At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees.
We believe our business should reflect the diverse communities we operate in and are proud to be an inclusive workplace for people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People with Disability, LGBTQIA+ and Refugees. We are also the largest organisation in Australia to successfully achieve Disability Confident Recruiter status and are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace for those living with a disability. If you have any questions, please contact our Diversity & Inclusion team on inclusivecareers@auspost.com.au