Forklift Operator – Transport Depot

KTrans are a leading Western Australian family owned and operated transport and logistics business operating with a focus of providing high quality end-to-end logistics solutions for our business partners. We are a diverse organisation and offer a variety of services including linehaul transport, bulk transport services, wharf cartage services, warehousing and distribution, and specialised transport solutions. We are now seeking to employ a highly experienced Forklift Operator to join the KTrans team at our Welshpool Transport Operational Depot. This position is not entry-level. Much of the freight is mine-site bound and often over-dimensional, irregular, or heavy, requiring a high level of forklift operating skill, judgement, and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

Ensuring cargo is received in an orderly manner and to customers packaging guidelines; Completion of accurate and timely documentation via our TMS (Bustle, Freight Tracker) systems in accordance with KTrans freight preparation procedures; Ensuring packaging requirements are noted and complied with, eg – fragile goods, dangerous goods, insufficient packaging; Correct use of all consumable items so freight is fit for travel, eg – labels, consignments, cargo wrapping; Loading freight onto assets diligently so freight is suitable to travel, secure and safe in accordance with Load Restraint Guide, and therefore loaded to highest standard for linehaul transport; Receiving, sorting, consolidating/manifesting, and loading/unloading general freight and containerised import/export cargo safely, in accordance with KTrans documented procedures and standards

Requirements

Current Forklift Licence and Load Restraint Awareness; Valid Driver's Licence; Proven experience operating a forklift in a busy transport depot; Demonstrated ability to load and unload trailers efficiently and safely; An ability to measure cargo accurately with high level and attention to detail; Develop and maintain a high level of cargo care which results in excellent customer service skills; Clear and legible handwriting and documentation skills; Sound understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Principles and commitment to safe work practices; Display and promote the KTrans Pillars of Discipline~Loyalty~Accountabilty~Honesty~Pride

Nice to have

National Load Restraint ticket

Benefits

Competitive wages and benefits package; Team based and no blame culture; Professional developmental opportunities; Reward and Recognition program (quarterly and yearly); Additional workplace offerings; Salary Sacrifice and Novated Leasing options