About our Organisation
AVK is a highly respected global business and one of the leading valve manufacturers in the water supply, wastewater, civil infrastructure, gas, fire protection and industrial sectors. The AVK Group operates more than 100 companies worldwide, is present in more than 80 countries and employs around 4,000 people. AVK's core business is the design and manufacture of valves, hydrants, fitting, clamps, and accessories each complying with the highest standards of quality, safety, and durability. In addition to the products, AVK Smart Water systems provide digital solutions for AVK core products through intelligent IoT-based platform as a new way for asset owners to monitor water infrastructure.
AVK Australia is part of the Global AVK Group and responsible for the group’s activities in the Oceania region (Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea & Pacific Islands). AVK Australia is based in Wingfield, South Australia, with operations across Australia as well as New Zealand. Nationwide applicants welcome, flexible work location.
AVK Australia is dedicated to making water quality and security accessible and better for all people.
AVK Flow Control Pty Ltd is part of the AVK Group. AVK Flow Control supplies a full range of industrial valves actuators and controls for almost any industrial application.
About this Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Store / Warehouse Operator to join our team on a permanent full-time basis at our site in Dudley Park.
Reporting to the Operations Leader, this role will be responsible for:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the store, efficient receipt, storage, and despatch, including but not limited to picking, packing and distribution of goods from the Dudley Park Warehouse.
- Capable of undertaking all the Stores roles, inventory control and functions
- Goods receiving, unloading & checking goods against purchase orders - Handling, quality checking and receipting in correctly through warehouse management system. Leading and ensuring material inventory management occurs and is in line with Business regulations.
- Prepare finished products for transportation (packing/strapping).
- Managing stock and performing logistics operations.
- Assisting customers & couriers/transport companies with order collections - Arranging transport of products to customers site - Coordinate with shipping carriers to arrange timely and cost-effective transportation.
- Lead the stores area by ensuring adherence to processes and procedures.
- Inventory Management: Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records by conducting regular cycle counts and assisting with periodic inventory audits.
- Stocktake/cycle counts - Key stocktake counts/recounts – check and resolve anomalies.
- Ensuring inventory movements and inventory integrity are maintained
- Product labelling and identification.
- Some assembly of Valves using hand and power tools
- Testing valves using air and test rigs.
- Maintain a clean and safe warehouse
About You
We are looking for a candidate who is self-motivated. To be successful in this role you will have the following experience and skills:
- previous experience as a Warehouse/Store person
- high attention to detail
- sound problem-solving skills and able to prioritise and organise tasks
- ‘can-do’ attitude
- a strong customer service focus with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- experience with Microsoft Office products & ERP system
- driver’s licence and forklift licence
- experience in the valves industry is desirable
The successful applicant will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment which includes drug and alcohol testing.
If this sounds like the job for you, then please apply now by submitting your CV and a covering letter, in Word format, addressing the selection criteria.
Visit our website http://www.avkflowcontrol.com.au to learn more about the company, or our global website www.avkvalves.com to learn more about the AVK Group in general.
Applications will be reviewed immediately.
Please note we only accept individual applications, no CVs from recruitment agencies please.