Yard Person / Forklift Operator - Albion Park
- Pick, pack, receive, load and dispatch building products, checking orders and documentation for accuracy.
- Operate a forklift and assist with deliveries, collections, load checks and vehicle inspections.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe yard and warehouse while following workplace health and safety procedures.
Description
About Big River Group
Big River Group is a publicly listed company with over 120 years in the timber and building supplies industries. Established in the early 1900s, we have established ourselves as a leading supplier of building products and a manufacturer of plywood, hardwood flooring, formply and steel formwork products in Australia and New Zealand.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a reliable, proactive and safety-focused Yard Person / Forklift Operator to join our team at our Albion Park Branch.
This hands-on role is ideal for someone who takes pride in maintaining a safe, organised and well-managed yard, works well independently and as part of a team, and brings a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Working as part of our yard and warehouse team, you will support day-to-day warehouse, dispatch and yard operations, ensuring orders are picked, packed, loaded and dispatched safely, accurately and on time.
Your Role
In this role, you will:
- Pick, pack, load and unload trucks safely and accurately
- Check paperwork, manifests, dockets and delivery documentation
- Cross-check stock and orders to ensure products are correct
- Deliver and collect building products safely and professionally where required
- Complete load checks and secure loads using approved methods
- Conduct vehicle checks and report faults, maintenance needs or issues
- Receive, check and put away incoming stock
- Prepare goods for dispatch and maintain efficient warehouse operations
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe yard, warehouse and loading area
- Communicate with the Yard Manager regarding stock, delivery or operational issues
- Follow all workplace health and safety policies, procedures and requirements
What You’ll Need
- Valid forklift licence essential; driver’s licence required
- MR licence and HIAB training preferred
- Warehousing, picker/packer or timber industry experience advantageous
- Strong communication, teamwork and customer service skills
- Strong attention to detail when checking paperwork, stock and orders
- Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
- Ability to follow company policies, procedures and workplace health and safety requirements
- Physically fit and able to perform manual handling tasks
- Reliable, professional and proactive approach to work
- Able to maintain required licences and keep them up to date
What You’ll Receive in Return
- Competitive salary
- Full-time, permanent position
- Stable employment within an established national business
- Supportive team environment
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunity for career advancement, growth and development
- Free onsite parking
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application via SEEK or Employment Hero.
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of pre-employment checks relevant to the role, which may include reference checks, qualification verification and, where required, a pre-employment medical assessment.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Big River Group, we value equality, inclusion and diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace free from discrimination. Recruitment and employment decisions are based on competence, merit, performance and business needs.
Company Overview
Big River Group manufactures a range of construction products including timber and steel formwork, timber flooring, plywood and decorative panels, as well as distributing a broad range of other building products from well-known local and international suppliers, focusing primarily on the commercial and residential, civil and infrastructure construction trade market segments. Big River owns and manages 26 sites across Australia and New Zealand, encompassing Big River Building Trade Centres, Big River Commercial, Timberwood Panels, Plytech and SLQ. Big River provides customers with the security of a full support network, and technical expertise at every stage of the product lifecycle. This is the guarantee of quality and service that Big River has based its 130+ years of success on.
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