Warehouse Assistant

Warehouse Assistant


Company
Springers Solar
Location
Lawnton, Queensland, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
DescriptionAbout the Role This hands-on warehouse role is ideal for someone experienced in fast-paced environments who enjoys physical work, driving, and keeping operations running smoothly. You’ll play a key role in preparing stock, coordinating deliveries, and supporting our install teams.📍 Based at our Lawnton HQ warehouse, you’ll be part of a busy team responsible for stock movement, packing trucks, and ensuring jobs are ready on time.Your day-to-day will include picking and packing stock, loading and unloading trucks, completing stock transfers, and operating a forklift.🧩 Key ResponsibilitiesStock prep: Pick, pack, and prepare stock for installs and deliveries Loading: Safely load and unload trucks and incoming stock Transfers: Complete stock transfers between warehouses and job sites Driving: Delivery driving and supplier pick-ups as required Forklift: Operate a forklift as part of daily tasks Inventory: Assist with stocktakes and maintain accurate stock levels Warehouse: Keep the warehouse organised, clean, and efficientAbout YouWe’re looking for someone reliable, hands-on, and comfortable in a physically active role.To Succeed, You’ll✅ Have previous warehouse experience (fast-paced preferred) ✅ Be confident with manual handling ✅ Hold a valid Forklift Licence (required) ✅ Have a current Driver’s Licence (LR highly regarded) ✅ Have strong attention to detail ✅ Be proactive and a team playerAbout Springers Solar 🌞 Springers Solar is a family-owned business with over 20 years in the industry, delivering quality solar solutions across Queensland.Our values are family first, respect, integrity, communication, and quality. We work as one team across all branches, supporting each other to get the job done well.At our Lawnton HQ warehouse, we focus on efficient stock movement, deliveries, and job preparation. You’ll be part of a hands-on, supportive team where everyone pitches in.If you’re looking for a practical, fast-paced role with a strong team culture, we’d love to hear from you. 🌞

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