Distribution Centre Forklift Operator
Bunnings GroupJoin us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter!
What’s in it for you when you’re part of our team:
Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few
Free standard OnePass membership
Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave
12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender
Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities
We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build
This is a Full-Time role and the flexibility to work morning, day and evening shifts from Monday-Friday between 2pm-10pm is required so that we can provide the best experience to our customers
About the role:
With 5 main sites across Australia and New Zealand our distribution centres are the heartbeat of bringing our Bunnings stores to life.
Each year, over 1,000 dedicated team members unpack approximately 60,000 shipping containers, pick close to 8 million orders for our stores, and handle nearly 3 million pallets. Our team ensures the smooth dispatch of around 1.5 million pallets to our stores annually.
You will be responsible for supporting the safe and smooth delivery of stock to our stores, working alongside a fast-paced team in an operational distribution environment.
What’s involved:
Load and unload products using a forklift (high reach and counter balance forklift)
Be responsible for stock management, considering safety aspects when using a forklift, and ensuring a clean and tidy work environment
Provide our customers with the best experience across the store
Be part of a supportive and inclusive team who make a difference to the community and have fun along the way
Who we’re looking for:
Safety is our top priority, and we need team members who can think and act safely in a fast-paced distribution centre environment.
Never worked in a distribution centre before? If you have the right attitude, we’ll make sure you have the skills to get the job done. We believe in empowering our team members and providing the training you need to succeed.
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
Accuracy and attention to detail
A current forklift license (high reach and counter balance forklift)
Experience in warehousing, dispatch of deliveries or picking and packing of orders, or voice picking is ideal but not essential
You’ll need:
A current valid forklift licence (high reach and counter balance forklift)
To be able to approach, connect and confidently interact with customers
An eagerness to learn about products and services
To act with integrity, be safe and do your best
The availability to work flexible hours (including late nights, early mornings and weekends)
When you’re ready to give this opportunity a Red Hot Go, all you’ll need to do is:
Submit an application and complete an online chat interview (20 minutes)
If successful, next step includes an online video interview (15 minutes)
If you’re a match, we’ll invite you to an onsite meet and greet with our leaders (20 minutes)
You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong.
We love the diversity across our teams, brought together in an inclusive culture guided by our values. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in shaping a workplace that celebrates First Nations voices, perspectives, and contributions. Please note, you must be age 15 or over to apply for a role at Bunnings.
We’re all about fairness at Bunnings, and our team’s here to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments, just let us know - we’re here to help. If you’ve got the experience, skills, and drive to grow - but don’t quite nail every part of the job description - we still want to hear from you. For support, contact us at jobs@bunnings.com.au.
Bunnings reserves the right to close job advertisements at any time, so we encourage you to apply early. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, as we have a dedicated internal Talent Acquisition team managing all hiring processes.
About Us
Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We're proud to support project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry through our network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.
At Bunnings, our purpose is simple: we’re here to inspire people to have a red hot go! Whether that's backing our team to grow, supporting customers to take on new projects, or helping communities make a real difference. By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will be part of a culture that encourages you to roll up your sleeves and build something great together. If you’re ready to have a go, apply today.
Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.
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