Do you thrive in a dynamic warehousing environment where safety is the top priority? Stratco, a recognised Australian innovator in manufacturing and retail, is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Warehouse Operator to join our team. In this hands-on role, you’ll be integral to the smooth running of our distribution operations, handling everything from receiving goods and managing inventory to picking and packing orders. If you’re a reliable team player with a strong safety mindset and a stable track record in warehousing, we offer a rewarding career with a company that truly values its people.
Company Overview
Stratco is an Australian-owned leader and innovator in building and renovation solutions, with a proud history spanning over 75 years. We operate sophisticated manufacturing facilities and a national retail network, supplying quality products to trade professionals and home improvers across Australia and New Zealand. Our foundation is in manufacturing, but our future is built on our people. We foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where every team member is empowered to grow, succeed, and contribute to our shared success.
Key Responsibilities
You will be a vital part of our warehouse team, taking on a variety of tasks to ensure efficient operations. Your key duties will include:
- Safely operating a forklift (FLT) to receive inbound goods, store products, and manage stock movements.
- Picking customer orders accurately using handheld scanning technology to locate items within the warehouse.
- Carefully packing orders with appropriate materials to ensure products are delivered to customers safely and in perfect condition.
- Performing stock management duties, including stock rotation and maintaining accurate inventory records in our systems.
- Keeping the warehouse organised, clean, and free from hazards to uphold our stringent safety standards.
- Adhering to all critical safety rules and procedures, actively contributing to a zero-harm work environment.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A valid Forklift Licence (FLT) is essential.
- Proven experience in a similar warehousing, stores, or distribution environment.
- A stable and reliable career track record demonstrating your commitment and work ethic.
- A strong, inherent commitment to workplace health and safety, with a proactive approach to hazard identification.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow processes accurately.
- Good physical fitness for a role that involves manual handling, standing, and operating machinery.
Benefits and Perks
Stratco invests in our team’s success, safety, and well-being with a comprehensive rewards package:
- Safety-First Culture: Work for a company where “Return Home Safe” is a core promise, and safety is genuinely paramount.
- Career Growth: Access career development opportunities, traineeships, and apprenticeship programs to build your future.
- Enjoy a competitive salary, paid parental leave, a private health corporate discount, and flu vaccinations.
- Benefit from flexible working arrangements where possible and initiatives focused on your health and wellbeing.
- A competitive hourly rate $23.00.
- Take advantage of our Employee Referral Incentive program, a Stratco Team Member Discount Card, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
How to Apply
If you are an experienced warehouse professional looking for a stable and rewarding career with an industry leader, we would like to hear from you. To apply for this Warehouse Operator position and learn more about a career with Stratco, please visit our official careers page: stratco.com.au/careers We look forward to welcoming a new safety-focused team member to help us continue building Stratco’s future.