Warehouse Maintenance Assistant

Are you looking for an exciting, challenging and rewarding role where you can show off your ability to maintain site plant, equipment and facilities to a high standard while minimising expenditure? Then look no further and join the S&D family today

S&D Cold Logistics is a long established, family owned and operated company based in Blacktown. We specialise in offering container unloading, cold storage and repacking services to our plethora of valued clients. We are a fast paced highly agile business with a can-do attitude. Due to a shortage of suppliers in the market we are undergoing an exciting growth and transformation process.

We are currently seeking a high calibre individual to join our highly driven team. To be the right person you will need to possess internal motivation and be capable of demonstrating an effervescent personality. This exciting opportunity is a key position within our business. High performers will be rewarded with autonomy, variety, a fast-paced environment and a great work/life balance.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate a positive attitude, excellent problem-solving skills and a strong work ethic. As our Maintenance Officer, you will be utilising your rich experience to improve our site facilities and help take our operation to the next level.

Day-to-day responsibilities:

• Strategically plan and perform all maintenance on site ensuring to meet quality standards, customers and business requirements.
• Facilitate the use of preferred suppliers to obtain quotes and perform works not able to be completed in house.
• Identify issues and areas for improvement and co-ordinate with the Warehouse Supervisor to execute completion of required tasks.
• Develop maintenance schedules and facilitate maintenance to assist in timely c completion of tasks.
• Collaborate with the broader S&D team to meet common goals across safety, quality, accuracy and efficiency.
• Display high levels of motivation while working within team and accept ownership for the safety, quality, accuracy and efficiency
• Working in a highly collaborative and supportive manner.
• Drive continuous improvement in Safety, Quality, Accuracy, Efficiency, People, Productivity and Cost.
• Along with Warehouse Supervisor, manage forklift fleet including logging service calls and performing maintenance requirements.
• Performing LOTO duties and updating register as required.
• Maintain S&D's truck.
• Maintain all refrigeration requirements.
• Submit purchase request forms to Accounts Payable for the purchase of all equipment required to for fill maintenance roles
• Upkeep and maintenance for all servicing, maintenance and contracts for assets on site
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of work safe regulations, policies and practices.
• Excellent organisational skills, time management, attention to detail and adaptable mindset.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work hands on to repair and maintain plant and equipment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects – to problem-solve, prioritise and plan under tight deadlines.
• Technical expertise necessary.
• Sound knowledge of HACCP and GMP.
• A hands-on work approach with a can-do attitude and the ability to motivate a team.
• Current forklift license (ideally high reach) highly desirable but not essential.
• Experience in cold storage operations highly desirable but not essential.

How To Apply:

You'll be joining a recruit of A-grade players who are hands-on and ready to take the business to the next level.  You'll need to convince us that you're the A-Grade Player we're looking for.  If you're up for the challenge and ready to bring your best, apply to join the team and be part of our success story. Your application must include an up-to-date copy of your resume and a cover letter outlining your skills and experience. Let us take it from there.