Order Picker / High Reach Forklift Operator

Order Picker / High Reach Forklift Operator


Company
Fantastic Furniture
Location
Welshpool, Western Australia, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
35 days ago
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Job Description
High Reach Forklift Operator – Order PickingFantastic Furniture is seeking reliable, safety-focused High Reach Forklift Operators to join our Distribution Centre team. This is a hands-on role critical to ensuring stock is moved, picked, and dispatched accurately and efficiently.About The RoleReporting to DC Team Leaders and Supervisors, you will support daily warehouse operations with a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and productivity. This role involves regular high-reach forklift operation and order picking across inbound and outbound functions.Key ResponsibilitiesOperate high reach forklifts for order picking and stock movementPick, pack, and accurately select products using RF scannersLoad and unload trucks and containers (manual handling and MHE)Conduct stock checks and pre-start forklift inspectionsIdentify and report damaged or non-conforming stockMaintain housekeeping and cleanliness standardsFollow WHS procedures and wear required PPE at all timesSupport inbound, outbound, and other DC areas as required About YouCurrent High Reach Forklift Licence (essential)Previous experience in a warehouse or distribution environmentStrong understanding of WHS and safe manual handling practicesConfident operating MHE in a fast-paced environmentBasic written, verbal, and numerical skillsReliable, safety-focused, and a strong team player Why Join Fantastic Furniture?Secure work with a trusted Australian retail brandSupportive, team-based DC environmentOngoing training and development opportunitiesHands-on, active role with varietyJob security and opportunities to grow within the business

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q What is the minimum hourly rate for entry-level packing jobs in Australian warehouses in 2026?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, under the Storage Services and Wholesale Award 2020, the minimum hourly rate for a Packing Worker Level 1 is AU$26.10 as of 1 July 2026. Casual employees, common in packing roles, receive a 25% loading, totalling AU$32.63 per hour. Full-time roles average 38 hours per week.
Q Can I work packing jobs on a Working Holiday visa in Australia in 2026?
As per the Department of Home Affairs, Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) and Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) holders can perform packing jobs for up to 6 months with one employer as of 2026. No occupation list restrictions apply to unskilled packing roles. Visa processing time is 4-6 weeks via ImmiAccount.
Q Do I need prior experience or qualifications for packing jobs in Australia?
As per the Fair Work Ombudsman, no formal qualifications or prior experience are required for entry-level packing jobs under relevant awards like Manufacturing Award 2020. On-the-job training is provided by employers. Valid work rights and ability to pass a basic physical assessment suffice.
Q What documents do I need to apply for casual packing jobs in Australia?
As per the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations, required documents include a resume, Tax File Number (TFN), proof of work rights (visa or citizenship), and bank details for pay. Right to Work check via VEVO for visa holders is mandatory at interview. No police check needed for basic packing unless handling valuables.
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