Cargo Warehouse Operator

Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at 350 locations in more than 65 countries, across six continents.    

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

We are currently seeking motivated and safety-focused Cargo Warehouse Operator to join our Adelaide Airport Cargo team. Key duties include preparing air cargo, general warehouse and forecourt duties. Manual handling is required, including heavy lifting. A current South Australian Driver's Licence is essential.

This role involves import and export cargo handling operations within a dynamic airport environment, supporting airline schedules and operational deadlines.

What you will be doing

• Safe handling of import and export cargo

• Forklift operations within the cargo warehouse and forecourt areas

• Build-up and breakdown of airline ULDs and pallets

• Cargo acceptance, dispatch and warehouse processing duties

• Aircraft cargo handling support and cargo transfers

• Completion of warehouse scanning, documentation and cargo irregularity reporting

• Manual handling and physical warehouse duties, including heavy lifting

• Compliance with aviation security, WHS, quarantine and operational procedures

• Working to operational deadlines and flight schedules

• Operation of cargo handling equipment in accordance with safe operating procedures

Would you like to see more detail on the accountabilities of the role? Please see the attached job description for further information

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.

What we are looking for

• Current Forklift Licence (LF)

• Current South Australian Driver's Licence

• Previous cargo, warehouse or logistics experience preferred

• Ability to obtain and maintain an ASIC

• Ability to obtain and maintain an Airside Driver's Licence

• Ability to pass police checks, medical assessments and security clearances

• Flexible availability across rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays

• Strong teamwork, communication and attention to detail

• Commitment to safety, operational compliance and customer service

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

Application Instructions

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