Forklift Driver Team Member - Kemps Creek Automated Dc

Our Automated Distribution Centres (ADCs) will revolutionise the way we get the products customers want, where and when they need them.

Come work in a brand-new space with leading technology that’s designed to make it more comfortable for you. From less manual handling to more data helping to unlock smarter ways of working. Now that’s what makes joining our team, a smart move.

And here’s the best bit. It’s a new opportunity for you to see your work making a difference in helping our local communities eat and live better, every day.

We’re looking for Forklift Driver Team Members to work in our new state-of-the-art temperature-controlled ambient Automated Distribution Centre (ADC) located at Kemps Creek. These roles will be key in moving grocery products through our supply chain to provide seamless in-store experiences for our customers.

As a Forklift Driver Team Member, you’ll undertake a broad range of duties to support the ADC’s operation including correctly identifying products and consumables, loading, unloading, picking, wrapping, moving, stacking, unstacking, tote handling, picking product into totes, decanting processes utilising material handling equipment (MHE) and the ADC’s equipment and completing housekeeping tasks. You’ll also be responsible for operating a forklift to move products and materials around the warehouse safely and efficiently.

• Operate a forklift to move material, supplies, and finished goods around the warehouse
• Load and unload trucks
• Move products from one area of the warehouse to another
• Inspect the forklift for safety and perform routine maintenance checks
• Assist with other tasks as assigned by the team leads
• You’ll be on your feet for long periods of time and may require some moderate to heavy lifting and reaching

• Hold an active Licence to Perform High Risk Work - Class LF Forklift Truck
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Willingness to adhere to company policies and procedures, with a commitment to safety and quality standards
• Possess a strong eye for detail and accuracy
• You’ll need to be comfortable working on your own and following set instructions
• To be active – you’ll be on your feet for long periods of time and may require some moderate to heavy lifting and reaching

• Shift variety: We offer a variety of shift times including morning and afternoon shifts.
• Temperature controlled environment: Work comfortably in a climate-controlled space, ensuring you can focus on what you do best.
• PPE and uniform provided: No need to worry about what to wear.
• Onsite canteen: We offer a variety of delicious meals at budget-friendly prices.
• On the floor training: We believe in continuous learning and will provide you comprehensive training to sharpen your skills further.
• Opportunities for growth and development: Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
• Paid parental Leave: We value work-life balance and offer paid parental leave support in all phases of your life.
• Discounts and benefits: As a Coles Group Team Member, you’ll receive discounts across all of our internal brands – Coles, Coles Liquor and Coles Online. We also offer generous product and service discounts courtesy of our partners.
• Free onsite parking

With us it’s not about the discounts (although you do get those), it’s about joining a team where your wellbeing and professional development is our investment and celebrating your contributions is the norm. And because everyone leads unique lives, we offer flexible work, additional leave and parental leave entitlements.​

We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email ***************@coles.com.au

Part of creating a safe working environment, our Automated Distribution Centre operates under a Drug & Alcohol Policy on site. Team members are subject to possible random testing and applicants to this role can expect to undergo tests as part of the recruitment process, in addition to a full physical.

Job ID: 119296

Employment Type: Full time