Job Description

About Big River Group

Big River Group is a publicly listed Australian company with more than 120 years of experience in timber, building materials and prefabricated construction solutions. With manufacturing and distribution sites across Australia and New Zealand, we are recognised for our commitment to quality, innovation and exceptional customer service across commercial, civil and residential markets.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a reliable Forklift Operator to join our team. This is a casual position supporting the day-to-day warehouse and dispatch operations.

In this role, you will accurately pick orders, pack, load and unload trucks, and communicate order status to the Warehouse/Distribution Manager. You will work both independently and as part of a team to organise and dispatch orders in a timely manner.

You will also collect and manage order paperwork, liaise with the Warehouse Manager to ensure products are available, assist with stock level checks, and ensure all items are packed correctly, safely, and protected from damage.

What you will be doing

• Delivering and collecting building products to customers and job sites safely, on time, and with a professional approach
• Loading and unloading goods accurately using forklift, manual handling techniques, and crane where applicable
• Securing loads correctly using approved load restraint methods, completing load checks, and ensuring safe placement and weight distribution
• Completing delivery documentation such as manifests, dockets and proof of delivery, and communicating any delays, access issues or delivery concerns early
• Conducting basic daily vehicle checks and keeping the vehicle clean and operationally ready, including reporting any faults or maintenance needs promptly
• Supporting warehouse and yard operations when not on the road, including receiving and checking incoming stock, put away, picking, packing, staging orders and preparing goods for dispatch
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe warehouse, yard and loading zone, and reporting hazards, incidents or near misses
• Following all safety requirements, including WHS policies, site procedures, road laws, fatigue obligations and Chain of Responsibility requirements

What You’ll Need

• Previous experience warehousing/picker/packer advantageous
• Previous experience in the timber and hardware industry advantageous
• Forklift license is essential
• Exceptional communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow direction, work as a team and independently
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Accurate and efficient when picking orders
• Knowledge of manual handling and health and safety practices
• Proactive in identifying issues and suggesting alternative processes
• Exceptional face to face customer service is essential

What You’ll Receive in Return

• Competitive salary with additional incentives
• Growth and development opportunities
• Free onsite Parking

Interested?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application via SEEK or Employment Hero. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Big River Group we value equality, inclusion, and diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace free of discrimination. All aspects of recruitment and employment are based on competence, performance, merit, and business needs.