Trade Centre Forklift Operator

**Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter**

**What's in it for you**when you're part of our**team**:

- Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few
- Free standard OnePass membership
- Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave
- 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender
- Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities
- We're genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build

**About the role**:
Our Trade Centre's operate a little differently to our retail sites providing a delivery and pick up solution for key building lines, delivering bulk quantities of materials to building sites. We partner with our commercial customers, helping them manage their projects with a 'whole of build' solution. We stock a select number of core builders' lines, that allows our customers to build from the slab up.
Our Trade Centre's take the pick/pack and delivery of these bulk products out of our store environment which allows our stores to focus on giving the best customer experience and supporting other trades.

As a Forklift Operator, you will play an essential role in the efficient operation of our Trade Centre by ensuring the smooth movement of stock, products, and materials. You will be responsible for safely operating a forklift to transport goods, load and unload deliveries, and maintain accurate inventory records. This role is vital to supporting our trade customers and ensuring the timely delivery of products for their projects.

These are full-time and part-time roles that require the flexibility to work morning and afternoon shifts to ensure we can provide the best experience to our customers.

We provide an adult p ay rate fo r 18 years of age and above at $29.56 per hour for this role.

**What's**involved**:

- Safely operate a forklift to load, unload, and transport goods within the Trade Centre.
- Organise and maintain stock in the Trade Centre, ensuring products are easily accessible.
- Assist in keeping accurate inventory records and assist with stock control.
- Ensure safe and efficient storage of goods, maintaining a clean and organised warehouse environment.
- Assist with stock takes and reporting discrepancies when necessary.
- Collaborate with the team to fulfil customer orders quickly and accurately.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and operational procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
- Assist with customer service as required, including loading customer vehicles when needed.

**Who**we're**looking for**:
We are looking for an experienced Forklift Operator with a strong commitment to safety and operational efficiency, along with a customer-first attitude and the ability to work independently.

**You'll**need**:

- Current valid forklift license.
- Previous experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or trade centre environment is preferred.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy and fast-paced environment.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- A positive, can-do attitude and a focus on safety.
- Availability to work flexible hours Monday-Friday

**When you're ready to give this opportunity a Red Hot Go, all you'll need to do is**:

- If successful, next step includes an online video interview _(15 minutes) _
- If you're a match, we'll invite you to an onsite meet and greet with our leaders _(20 _minutes) _

**You'll be part of a workplace where you'll feel like you belong.**

**About Us**

Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We're a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry operating from a network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.
- Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role. _

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