freight handlers pm shift.

Shift Details & Availability

We are currently seeking dedicated team members for our Afternoon/Evening operations. To succeed in this role, you will need to be comfortable with a flexible daily roster.

• Schedule: Monday – Friday

• PM Crew Window: Shifts typically commence between 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM and conclude between 9:30 PM – 10:30 PM.

• Flexibility: Please note that start and finish times may vary slightly based on freight volumes.

• Rostering: Rosters are managed on a daily basis, offering a dynamic work environment suited to those who can adapt to changing operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

As a Freight Handler, you are essential to the secure movement of goods. Your role includes:

• Sorting & Distribution: Efficiently scanning and sorting parcels into designated bays and cages.

• Manual Handling: Managing repetitive lifting of items, including items up to 25kg.

• Freight Preparation: Palletising and shrink-wrapping goods to ensure they are transit-ready.

• Safety Compliance: Maintaining a clean, organized workspace and strictly adhering to all site-specific safety protocols.

• Specialized Task: Utilizing strapping and securing techniques to ensure freight stability (experience in this area is highly regarded).

What you will need

Previous experience as Freight Handlers and ability to work in fast paced and busy environments. You will need to be safety focused, physically fit and able to complete manual tasks.

• Approximately 2 years of experience in freight handling or a similar fast-paced logistics environment is highly regarded.

• The ability to adapt quickly to different sections of the depot and thrive in a busy, high-volume setting.

• Ability to perform manual handling tasks, including repetitive lifting of items up to 25kg (with a commitment to using team-lift techniques for heavier items).

• Capacity to remain active and on your feet for the duration of the shift to meet operational needs.

• A strong "safety-first" mindset with the ability to follow complex instructions and site protocols accurately.

• A collaborative attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team.

• Current valid Police Check

In return

We offer multiple pay runs a week to ensure you are paid on time. Plus we give you benefits such as discounts at retailers like woolworths, rebel sport, jb hifi, myer, david jones plus more.

If you are interested in applying for this role send your resume now.

We realise you may be keen to apply for this role, but haven’t updated your resume or perhaps you don’t have access to it right now. That’s ok. Just send us an email to talentpartnershipvic@randstad.com.au and provide us with details of your relevant experience and licenses.