High Reach Forklift Driver

At Metcash, we’re all _part of something bigger_. We get all the perks of a small business heart, without missing out on the big business support.

Our wholesale team are at the centre of how we champion successful independents and help those retailers become the best store in their town. Those warehouse team members are the ones picking, packing, and dispatching the products that end up on the shelves of Australia and New Zealand's favourite family-owned businesses.

We currently have openings for experienced High Reach Forklift Drivers to join our team at the Crestmead Distribution Centre, working the afternoon shift from 12pm to 8:30pm.

In our fast-paced environment we work to productivity goals, which measures the efficiency at which items are collected from storage locations, and we’ll provide training along with a dedicated mentor to help you learn our processes and achieve these goals. The role can be physically demanding and requires you to be on your feet throughout your shift, being comfortable frequently lifting and carrying items (up to 20kg) plus standing for extended periods of time is important.

We know our people are secret to our success, and we want you to know we’ve got your back from day one so, here are some of the ways we’re working to make sure this will be your favourite job you’ve ever had:

- A 9-day fortnight roster, which means you'll work nine days every two weeks, providing you with an extra day off each fortnight.
- Free on-site parking, an onsite Physio and a much-loved onsite canteen.
- Subsidised on-site gym and free corporate golf membership.
- Career advancement opportunities, we can share plenty of firsthand examples of individual success stories of development and progression in our teams.
- A bit of fun and a chance to enjoy what you do, with things like team and individual recognition, regular BBQ’s, social club events and site celebrations.
- A genuine focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are proud:

- A genuine focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are proud:

- “Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion” from AWEI.
- Recognised as 45th in the global "Equileap Top 100" for initiatives on gender equity.
- A neutral gender pay gap of under 5% as published by WGEA 2022- 2023
- Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia and on-site mental health first aiders.
- Incredible value discounts and perks through our team member app, “Our Local”.
- Have the option to join our employee-led resource groups celebrating Pride, First Nations, and Cultural diversity. Learn more.
- We’re dedicated to creating a sustainable future and giving back to the communities where we live and work. Check out some of the ways we’re uplifting communities and taking care of the planet.

Sounds like it’s up your alley? Great Now let’s dive into the role.

**What you’ll do**:

- Operating a forklift in a high volume, high traffic warehouse
- Complete Letdowns, Refills, Putaways and Cherry Picks
- Assembling customer orders in a timely manner to meet customer requirements
- Rotational Picking/Assembly duties, as required
- Picking pallets of stock for customers using non-licensed material handling equipment such as ride on electric pallet jacks, while utilising voice pick technology
- Working efficiently to engineered standards
- Adhering to WHS standards
- Opportunity to work overtime hours, as needed

**What you bring**:

- A forklift license with high reach experience is essential
- Availability to work afternoon shift from 12pm to 8:30pm on a 9 day fortnightly roster
- Ability to be trained to higher skilled roles such as loading and unloading trucks
- A positive can-do attitude and enjoy working in a high volume, fast paced environment
- The ability to undertake repetitive heavy lifting
- Openness to career advancement opportunities

You’ll bring grit and determination to an evolving and exciting retail landscape, and we’ll back you every step of the way. If you’re a decisive doer and love working in a team environment, join our network of local legends building a bright, sustainable future for independent retail.

**Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $33.00 - $38.00 per hour

**Experience**:

- Manual handling: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Order Picking Forklift Licence (preferred)
- Forklift Licence (preferred)
- Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person