Salary: AUD $52,000–$65,000 P.A
Role Summary
The Warehouse and Inventory Assistant will support the day-to-day operation of the warehouse by receiving, storing and handling freight, and by keeping inventory records accurate and up to date. Combining hands-on warehouse work with data entry and stock control, this role helps ensure the right freight is in the right place at the right time, supporting our commitment to safety, punctuality and care of customer freight.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive and unload inbound freight, checking quantities, condition and paperwork against delivery documents, and reporting discrepancies or damage.
- Put away stock to the correct locations, and keep storage areas organized and clearly labelled.
- Update inventory records accurately using RF scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) as stock is received, moved and dispatched.
- Carry out regular cycle counts and stocktakes, reconcile stock against system records, and report and help investigate variances.
- Pick, pack and prepare orders for dispatch, and assist with loading outbound vehicles.
- Monitor stock levels and report low stock, slow-moving items and damaged or expired goods.
- Process returns and damaged goods, and keep accurate records of adjustments.
- Prepare and label pallets, and maintain accurate location and batch information.
- Maintain inventory and warehouse reports, and assist with data checks and spreadsheets.
- Safely operate pallet jacks and, where licensed, forklifts, and complete pre-start checks.
- Keep the warehouse clean, tidy and free of hazards, with clear aisles and exits.
- Report all incidents, near misses and hazards immediately.
- Adhere to all workplace health and safety (WHS) policies, including manual handling, PPE, and drug and alcohol requirements.
- Step in to support other warehouse or dispatch tasks as required.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a warehouse, storage, inventory or stock control role.
- Experience with RF scanners and inventory or warehouse management systems; MYOB, Xero or similar is a bonus.
- Good computer skills, including Excel and basic data entry.
- Strong attention to detail, with good numeracy for accurate counts and records.
- Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely and work at pace in a warehouse environment.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including early starts, weekends and public holidays, and overtime when required.
- Ability to pass pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing.
Experience
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a warehouse, storage, inventory or stock control role.
Benefits & What we Offer
- Competitive salary of AUD $52,000–$65,000 per annum plus superannuation, commensurate with skills, qualifications and relevant experience.
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 20–28 days, supporting a healthy work-life balance and providing employees with valuable time to recharge.
- Healthcare and health insurance benefits, supporting the health and wellbeing of our team members, subject to applicable employment terms and eligibility.
- The opportunity to join a growing, safety-focused logistics business on the Gold Coast, Queensland.
- A supportive and collaborative operations team that values safety, accuracy, teamwork and professionalism.
- Ongoing training, mentoring and career development opportunities, including forklift licensing and pathways to Store person, Team Leader or Supervisor roles.