Warehouse Forklift Operator in Dubbo

Work Close to Home! Dubbo Location. Busy Manufacturing Environment. Great Work Life Balance.

We are excited to welcome our newest Warehouse Operator to our Dubbo Manufacturing Site - where we manufacture Australia's tastiest pet foods including Ivory Coat and Natures Gift! In this role you will be part of a fun and fast-paced environment with a team that is down to earth and who enjoy good banter! This role is covered by our EBA so you will be one of our valued hourly workers. We are looking for both Day and Afternoon Shift Coverage: Mon-Fri 6.55am-3.00pm and 2.55pm-11pm. The hourly rate is $29.16 per hour plus High Reach Allowance. There will also be penalties for overtime if required. This is a permanent role.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Operate forklift machinery to load, unload, and transport materials within our busy warehouse (Including High Reach).
• Conduct regular equipment inspections to maintain operational safety standards.
• Adhere to company and health and safety regulations at all times.
• Support warehouse operations by managing inventory and organising storage areas efficiently.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Must have a valid forklift operator certification to apply (proof required).
• Previous experience in forklift operation, preferably within a fast-paced environment.
• An understanding of safety protocols in a warehouse setting.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

This role involves manual handling tasks and the operation of heavy machinery, necessitating physical stamina and adherence to safety standards. Candidates should be prepared to work in various temperatures and environments within the warehouse. A pre-employment medical is part of our recruitment process including a Drug and Alcohol assessment.

What we’re about:

Welcome to RPF, where we believe in keeping it Real. Since 1994, we have been Australia and New Zealand’s pioneers in fresher dog and cat nutrition. Our story is one of passion for a better way to care for pets, a belief in fresher nutrition, and an unwavering commitment to delivering this to pet parents and pets worldwide. We're dedicated to fostering authentic partnerships, encouraging real ambition, and providing real career opportunities for our employees to make a difference. Real means fresher ingredients and fresher methods. We'll never stop expanding, innovating, and trying new things. We compete in every pet category and channel, creating favourite brands such as Ivory Coat, Nature’s Gift, V.I.P. Petfoods, Love ‘Em, & Fussy Cat! Since the establishment of RPF, we have grown to over 900 people across Australia and New Zealand, China, and Southeast Asia. With the pet industry growing rapidly (a $15 billion industry!) and pets becoming increasingly important in our lives and homes, this is a unique opportunity to be a part of our remarkable growth story and advance your career.

What’s next?

If you're ready to unleash your potential and make a real difference in the booming pet industry, then we want to hear from you!

• 1 face-to-face interview.
• Pre Employment Medical including Drug and Alcohol testing.
• Must have a current Forklift Licence.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity’s not a buzzword here, it’s in our DNA. Diverse perspectives shape our culture and make our work better. That’s why we’re committed to building inclusive teams that represent a variety of backgrounds and skills. If you need any reasonable adjustments, accessibility assistance or would like to note which pronouns you use at any stage of our hiring process, just contact us at:

Please note: NO agencies will be considered during this process. We advise you to refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles.