Essential Recruitment has partnered with Australia's largest online retailer of pet food and accessories, and we are looking for Forklift Drivers to join their fast-growing distribution centre in Tarneit, Melbourne.

The pet industry is booming, and our furry friends are holding bigger spaces in our hearts and homes than ever before. As our client expands nationally, this is your chance to secure an ongoing role within a positive, safety-first work culture that truly values work-life balance and career progression.

Shifts Available

• Day: 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday

• Afternoon: 3pm to 11pm Monday to Friday

What You Will Be Doing

In this fast-paced and hands-on role, your day-to-day duties will include:

• Accurately picking, packing, and dispatching customer orders.

• Sorting, breaking down, and wrapping pallets.

• Using RF scanners for inventory and order tracking.

• Performing manual handling tasks, including the repetitive lifting of stock weighing 25kg to 30kg.

• General housekeeping to ensure a safe and tidy work environment.

What We Are Looking For

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in a fast-paced warehouse or production environment.

• Physical Fitness: The ability to comfortably and safely perform repetitive heavy lifting (up to 30kg) throughout your shift.

• Equipment Skills: Prior experience operating an electric pallet rider, or a proactive willingness to learn.

• A valid Forklift Licence.

• Availability: Ready for an immediate start and available to work 5 days a week.

• Reliability: A strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and the ability to provide two recent professional references.

• Work Rights: Full working rights in Australia.

What’s In It For You?

• Great Pay: An attractive hourly rate.

• Job Security: Ongoing, consistent work for the right candidates.

• Convenience: Plenty of free onsite parking at the Tarneit facility.

• Great Culture: Join a dynamic, supportive, and dedicated team.

Ready to join one of Australia’s top pet retailers?

If you have the experience, the fitness, and the drive to succeed, we want to hear from you. Don't delay—APPLY NOW!