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Form of work Join an iconic Wesfarmers business, leaders in industrial & safety supplies
Outstanding employee benefits, working with a friendly & supportive team
Permanent Full-Time role in our Mackay QLD warehouse
We have a great opportunity for a experienced Forklift Operator / Storeperson to join our warehousing team in Mackay QLD!
OUR STORY
Blackwoods is Australia’s leading supplier of industrial and safety supplies. For over 140 years, we have supported businesses big and small with our range of over 300,000 products from the world’s best brands. From the Sydney Harbour Bridge to the railway and your local mechanic, we supply what our customers need when they need it, along with unparalleled expertise and service from our passionate team.
With a national footprint of over 50 branches and 6 Distribution Centres, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity and encourage everyone to be themselves and make meaningful connections with their colleagues and customers, to contribute to our success and have a fulfilling career. Being a part of the Wesfarmers group, also means that we have endless opportunities to make a difference, so join us, and let’s help more people build a better Australia.
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for an experienced Forklift Operator/ Storeperson to join our fast-paced, high performing warehouse team based in Mackay QLD. This role has a rotating roster including afternoon shifts, and availability for shifts between 6am and 9pm is required.
Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
All forklift operations in the warehouse
Receiving and storing of incoming goods
Picking, packing and despatch of customer orders (freight management)
Ensuring shelves are adequately stocked and general housekeeping duties
Data entry of customer information and orders
To be successful, you will have:
Hold a current LO/LF licence with high reach experience essential
Experience in a fast-paced warehouse or store environment
RF handset and Microsoft Office programs/computer experience
Have a proactive and positive attitude with a highly motivated work ethic
Great personal presentation and excellent communication skills
Experience with or an understanding of the industrial product market would be highly valued
CULTURE & BENEFITS
A career with Blackwoods will offer you rewarding experiences, opportunities for growth and the chance to help more Australians build a better Australia.
We have a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where all our team members feel empowered to connect and make a meaningful difference to our customers, communities, and colleagues. To ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including:
Competitive salaries and incentives
A range of diversity and well-being initiatives
Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks additional annual leave
Team events, celebrations and development opportunities
Team member discounts on Wesfarmers products
Discounted offers from over 300 corporate partners
Generous Wesfarmers annual share plans
Attractive parental leave policy and more
NEXT STEPS
If you meet most of the criteria listed above and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your application today. We will be contacting suitable candidates as we receive them.
As part of our recruitment process and commitment to safety, you may be required to undertake background checks (which may include a police check, a pre-employment medical assessment; and/or drug & alcohol testing) as part of your application process.
Blackwoods also promotes diversity and inclusion across our workplaces and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, the LGBTI+ community and people with disabilities.
