Yard Hand

6 days ago

Welshpool, Western Australia GKR Transport Full time

Are you a reliable, hard working Yard Hand who isn't afraid to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in? GKR Transport is looking hands on team players to support our busy depot operations in Welshpool.

This is a physically demanding role that involves hands on manual labour, a strong focus on safety, and a solid understanding of freight handling. You'll be working in a fast paced, high volume environment. Expect long shifts, we often work over 12 hours to ensure all linehaul trucks are fully loaded and on the road.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Yard Hand at GKR Transport, your role will be hands on and varied, including:

  • General labouring tasks around the yard and depot
  • Opening and shutting tautliner trailers and moving truck gates
  • Strapping and restraining freight safely and efficiently
  • Restacking pallets and maintaining load integrity
  • Cleaning up the yard, including sweeping, rubbish removal, and general maintenance
  • Ensuring the yard is clean, organised, and hazard free at all times
  • Supporting drivers and operations staff as required

You'll Need To Have:

  • Experience in transport/logistics or yard work
  • Strong knowledge of freight handling (tautliners, straps, pallets, gates, curtains)
  • Forklift licence an advantage but not required.
  • A strong work ethic, physical fitness, and positive team attitude
  • Willingness to undergo a pre employment medical and police check which will include Drug & Alcohol testing.

Why Join GKR Transport?

At GKR Transport, we invest in our people through ongoing training and development, ensuring your skills and service expectations are recognised and fully supported. Operating in a highly competitive industry, we take pride in our exceptional team and the consistent, high-quality service we deliver, cementing our position as leaders in the transport, storage, and logistics sector.

About GKR Transport:

Since its establishment in 1985, GKR Transport has become a trusted provider of transport, storage, and logistics solutions, serving industries such as automotive, industrial, heavy haulage, and oil and gas. With decades of experience, we specialise in delivering practical, reliable, and cost effective solutions tailored to our clients' needs, consistently leading the way in logistics excellence.

Please Note: To be considered for this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or permanent resident.

Please Note: To be successful in this role, candidates must satisfactorily complete all pre-employment checks, including reference verification, criminal history review, and a medical assessment with Drug & Alcohol testing

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