- Temp-to-Perm Opportunity | Oakleigh
Are you an experienced warehouse professional with strong forklift skills and the confidence to lead by example?
Due to ongoing growth, we’re seeking a capable Warehouse Officer
to join a well-established business in Oakleigh, with a clear temp-to-perm pathway and long-term stability. This role suits someone hands-on who enjoys being on the floor, supporting a small team and taking ownership of daily warehouse operations.
About the Company
Our client is a respected Australian organisation operating in the commercial and appliance sector, known for quality products, strong customer relationships and a team-focused culture. They pride themselves on safety, accuracy and continuous improvement across their warehouse operations.
The Role
Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the warehouse while supporting and coordinating team members on the floor.
Key responsibilities include
- Operating a grab forklift to safely move, store and stage products
- Receiving, checking and putting away incoming stock
- Picking, preparing and dispatching orders in line with service levels
- Creating picking lists, consignment notes and delivery documentation
- Coordinating inbound and outbound transport with carriers
- Supporting and guiding warehouse team members on daily priorities
- Assisting with task allocation and workflow coordination
- Completing pre-sale activities such as inspections, testing and minor modifications
- Processing returns and maintaining accurate inventory records
- Maintaining WHS standards, housekeeping and site organisation
- Supporting stocktakes and continuous improvement initiatives
This is a hands-on role with a strong mix of physical warehouse work and administration.
About You
We’re looking for a reliable, proactive warehouse professional who brings both technical skill and leadership capability.
- Proven experience operating a grab forklift (essential)
- Previous experience in a warehouse environment with some supervisory or leading-hand responsibilities
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety
- Confidence using computer systems for orders, inventory and documentation
- Experience using ERP or warehouse systems, with Pronto highly regarded
- A hands-on, can-do attitude with the ability to prioritise and problem-solve
- A current Forklift Licence (LF)
What’s on Offer
- Temp-to-perm opportunity with genuine long-term intent, with the temporary period usually 3 to 6 months
- Supportive leadership and a team-focused environment
- Oakleigh location with onsite parking
- Standard hours of 7:00am to 3:00pm, Monday to Friday
- Flexibility required to start earlier or finish later when needed
- Occasional Saturday work, approximately one Saturday per month
- Typically a half-day, paid as overtime
If you’re an experienced Warehouse Officer who enjoys variety, responsibility and leading from the front, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or, for a confidential discussion, contact Sergei
on 0447 612 518
or email Sergei@people2people.com.au.
