Location: St Marys, NSW
Hours: Monday to Friday, 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Pay Rate: $40.32 per hour
Why Apply?
- $40.32 per hour.
- Consistent Monday to Friday afternoon shift.
- 2:00pm – 10:00pm working hours.
- Work alongside a dedicated forklift operator.
- Join a busy and established transport operation.
- Hands-on role with variety in freight handling.
- Temp to perm after 6 months!
- Opportunity for an immediate start.
The Client
Our client is an established transport and logistics operation specialising in the movement of general, oversized and specialised freight. With a strong focus on safety, efficiency and innovation, they operate a busy distribution facility supported by modern technology, established processes and a close-knit team environment.
About the Role
As a Strapper, you will play a key role in ensuring freight is prepared, secured and handled safely and efficiently across a busy transport operation.
Working alongside a dedicated forklift operator, you will assist with preparing loads for B-doubles, semi-trailers, rigids and containers.
The operation manages approximately 15 B-doubles and 45 local PUD (Pick Up and Delivery) runs daily.
This is a hands-on role involving a diverse range of freight, including 3PL freight, oversized and irregularly shaped items, bulk freight and lengths of up to 6 metres.
The operation uses advanced AI-assisted technology to photograph and assess every load, helping ensure safe loading practices and axle weight requirements are maintained.
You’ll always work as part of a two-person team, paired with a dedicated forklift operator to ensure loads are prepared and secured correctly before dispatch.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
- Removing and securing load restraint straps from vehicles.
- Assisting forklift operators with loading and unloading B-doubles, semi-trailers, rigids and containers.
- Strapping and securing palletised freight, including both standard and oversized loads.
- Handling a variety of freight, including long lengths, bulky items and awkwardly shaped stock up to 6 metres.
- Unpacking containers and handling incoming freight.
- RF scanning palletised goods.
- Using pallet jacks to move freight throughout the warehouse.
- Assisting with general warehouse and depot operations.
- Operating yard sweeping equipment.
- Completing waste and rubbish removal.
- General warehouse cleaning and housekeeping duties.
- Following safe work procedures and company policies at all times.
What We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience working as a load strapper within a transport or distribution centre.
- Experience with pallet jacks.
- RF scanning experience.
- An understanding of load restraint and safe freight handling practices.
- Experience handling general, oversized, bulky and awkwardly shaped freight.
- A practical, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A strong work ethic and commitment to reliability and punctuality.
- Good physical fitness and the ability to undertake manual handling duties.
- A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
- Basic administration and record-keeping skills.
- Flexibility to work additional hours or adjust workdays when required.
The Recruitment Process
The recruitment process is straightforward:
- Interview and onboarding with Fuse Recruitment.
- Onsite interview with the client.
- Successful candidates can commence the following day!
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Freight Strappers – PM Shift | St Marys | $40.32 Per Hour in Sydney employer: Fuse Recruitment
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