Despatch Coordinator

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About the Role
ALS Water in Scoresby, Melbourne is a modern facility equipped with the latest in analytical technology. Our Client Services team is currently seeking a Despatch Coordinator with strong leadership skills to become part of a team that strives to exceed customer expectations. This role will suit someone with a logistics and warehousing background who is enjoys leading a small team. This role is responsible for packing and sending out sampling kits to clients, managing levels, dealing with freight companies, creating orders and online bookings for stock and receiving completed sample kits and distributing them to our laboratories. This is a fast-paced and varied role where you’ll need excellent communication skills to liaise across departments to ensure our client needs are met.

The day to day
The successful applicants will undertake a range of duties including the following:

Organising efficient and timely dispatch and receipt of bottle orders and samples. Liaising with other ALS staff to ensure seamless, timely service to clients. Sample pick up from client sites. Maintaining warehouse to ensure safe access and storage Managing team member performance and training, including documentation. Maintaining a high standard of occupational health and safety, ensuring work areas and equipment are kept safe, neat and clean. The Essentials
The successful candidate will possess the following skills and abilities:
Experience in a busy, client-focused logistics / warehouse environment A team player who leads by example Well-organised, planful and attentive to detail A clear and effective communicator, verbally and in writing; good numeracy and computer literacy Driver’s and Forklift licences Must be reasonably fit, some manual lifting (up to 10kgs) is required A positive customer focus and quality of service approach Complete commitment to workplace safety and promotion of ALS Safety Culture. Working at ALS
Our people drive our success at ALS.
We are a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other.
At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.
We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.

Our benefits include:
Discounts with Bupa, HCF, Hertz, HSBC, Virgin Australia Opportunity to salary sacrifice car costs with Autopia Corporate superannuation benefits with Australian Retirement Trust Online learning system with extensive modules of choice Employee Assistance Program providing counselling, support and coaching Friendly working environment with accessible management Influenza Vaccinations Opportunities to progress and develop your career within ALS, including global opportunities for suitable candidates Everyone matters
At ALS, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees. ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued. We aim to reflect the diverse communities in which we work and encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, persons living with disability and LGBTQ+.

About ALS
ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

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