Reach Truck Operators

K MART Australia Ltd

Brighter Futures Start Here

At Kmart it’s not just what you do, it’s who you are that makes every day living brighter.

You’ll be joining a diverse team who come together to collaborate globally around tech. With six purchases made every second, you’ll feel the impacts of the work you’ll do for our millions of customers every day. We’re focusing on being a customer-led, digitally enabled retailer. Our teams are working with really cool tech from AI/machine learning, IoT, cloud first solutions, to 3D virtual reality product checks and human sized robots named Tory. Join our team, choose your own path and work on projects that excite you.

Join the team

We’re looking for Reach Truck Operators to join us to at our brand new purpose built Distribution Centre in Ruakura.

In this role you'll be operating our reach trucks but also learn how to drive our brand new Straddle crane. Full training will be provided. Once trained, you will rotate between the straddle and reach truck each day.

It's important to note that our straddle cab is 13 metres above ground - you need to be able to climb up and down a ladder to this height several times a day and also be comfortable working at heights for ongoing durations.

You’ll be predominantly working Monday – Friday on day or afternoon shifts, with weekend work during peak periods.

What you'll be doing

• Operating the reach trucks and straddle safely on day or afternoon shift
• Operating the container yard management system (CYM) to locate and move containers within the yard
• Ensuring container plans are set up for the devanning crews
• Completing and maintaining pre-operational log book checklists
• Working on our forklifts to move product around the site as required

There will be extensive training for you upon commencement, both on site and simulated, to understand the new site layout and how to operate a Kalmar straddle crane, prior to the DC opening in September.

To be successful in this role you'll have:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in reach truck operation
• Interest in learning and developing yourself to work on multiple equipment types
• Experience in fast moving logistical environments
• Flexibility and willingness to jump between Straddle and DC operations as required
• A great work ethic and a positive attitude
• Willingness and ease of working at heights
• Good communication skills
• Great time management skills and the ability to work unsupervised
• The ability to meet deadlines
• A willingness to follow standard operating procedures
• Demonstratable adherence to strict health and safety procedures

Benefits we'll offer you:

• A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Bunnings, and Officeworks
• A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible products
• Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health - with over 60 suppliers!
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why everyone gets the opportunity to participate in a bonus program
• A dynamic learning and support program
• Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor
• A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes
• Wesfarmers is Kmart's parent company and each year eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group

We're here to make everyday living brighter

From humble beginnings in Burwood East, Victoria, in 1969, we're now an essential part of 300 communities, and proud of it! From bedding to apparel to kitchenware and beyond. We're designing and creating the products people reach for every day. In-store, online, or Click & Collect - getting the products we love into the hands of happy customers is what we aim to do best. From the remote outback to coastal towns and big cities, and everywhere in-between. We're progressive in our pursuit to create seamless customer journeys for satisfied shoppers.

A place you can belong

At Kmart, we celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate and are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.

We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to be their best, when applying for a role or working at Kmart. We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing diversity@kmart.com.au

If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you - apply now!