Forklift Driver to Freight Handler

Australia Post

Townsville, Northern QLD

Warehousing, Storage and Distribution (Manufacturing, Transport and Logistics)

Full time

33.82/ph + 12%sup and 17.5% penalty rate + OT Rates

Help us deliver like never before 

We’re delivering like never before. From the vehicles that we drive, to the small businesses that make our communities thrive. We’re delivering for the environment, for our communities, for our customers and for our people. We’re moving forward and we want you to come along for the ride. 

About the opportunity

As our Freight Handler / Forklift Driver, you’ll be based in our Townsville based StarTrack facility, working with colleagues across our processing and deliveries teams to keep the cogs of our business turning. Safely operating a forklift and also sorting product on the floor, you’ll support with loading parcels/pallets for our delivery and transport drivers to head out on the road and deliver for Australia like never before. If you enjoy variety, then this combination operations role is one for you.

This is a full time permanent opportunity working Mon-Fri from 2pm-10pm, with a pay rate of 33.82/ph plus 12% super and a 17.5% penalty rate for the PM shift along with overtime rates.

About you

Hold a valid LF Forklift Licence with experience. 

Be fit enough to lift/load and unload parcel/freight items of all different shapes and sizes frequently around our facilities and into trucks up to 30kg. 

Be safety-focused, willing to undergo a vehicle assessment and pre-employment checks (medical, drug/alcohol screening and national criminal checks).

You’re a self-starter that enjoys working in a busy operations environment.

You enjoy connecting with others in the community to support us to deliver on time, and like never before.

How we’ll deliver for you 

Work in a modern facility and benefit from competitive rates, diverse rosters and operate in a safe and inclusive working environment. 

We invest in you for the long-term, encouraging growth through delivering on our values of trust, inclusivity, empowerment and safety. 

Be part of a culture where everybody feels they belong, are valued, and can bring their authentic self to work every day. 

We’re delivering together

At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional?Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees.

We believe our business should reflect the diverse communities we operate in and are proud to be an inclusive workplace for people from all walks of life. We encourage applications?from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People with Disability, LGBTQIA+ and Refugees.

We are one of the largest organisations in Australia to successfully achieve Disability Confident Recruiter status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace for those living with a disability and are committed to reviewing and removing bias in our processes to create a gender-equitable recruitment experience and workplace.  If you have any questions about accessibility,

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Contact our Diversity and Inclusion team on inclusivecareers@auspost.com.au