Job description:

About the role

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead the newly established Afternoon Shift in our busy Cairns Steel Centre, responsible for the day-to-day distribution and logistics operations. Working in collaboration with the Day shift Supervisor and Operations Manager you will be hands on and oversee the efficient and safe picking and loading of orders to ensure trucks are ready to depart on time in the mornings.

Lead the afternoon shift distribution operations in our Cairns Steel Centre

Up to $40 - $41 per hour (including shift allowances) with paid overtime available

Shift Hours: 3pm - 11pm

As a people and safety-centric leader, with a continuous improvement and innovative mindset, you will develop and lead a highly capable team and drive best practice.

To be successful, you will demonstrate experience in:

Championing a strong safety culture

Leading a team in a logistics, warehouse or manufacturing distribution environment

Implementing a high-performance culture in operations

Have a valid C Australian drivers license or equivalent

A current Forklift ticket is preferred for this position.

Other benefits
In addition to joining a growing branch and leading a new shift, you will enjoy:

Free onsite parking

Great culture

Career development

Career progression with a network of national sites

Established leading Australian Steel Manufacturer

Key Benefits

Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to InfraBuild employees. Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site.

Generous parental leave: 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks paid Partner Leave for those who have worked at the business for at least 12 months. The company also provides superannuation contributions for the Primary Carer during the period of unpaid parental leave for eligible employees (limitations apply).

Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.

Employee Benefits Program: discounts for employees, friends and family on a huge selection of products and services from a variety of brands including Samsung, Coles, Harvey Norman, Village Cinemas, Dick Smith, Vodafone, Thrifty and many more.

Recruitment referral awards: $1500 is awarded to eligible employees for referring friends or family to an open role if the candidate is successful.

Corporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.

About Us

For over 60 years, the Tonkin Steel team has succeeded in understanding the needs of the industry and provided steel for projects of all sizes. Tonkin Steel is the steel distributor for a wide range of processed and unprocessed steel products in North Queensland.

Tonkin Steel is a brand of InfraBuild, Australia's leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces. InfraBuild provides solutions for commercial and residential construction, large scale and nation-building infrastructure as well as our primary producers and rural sectors. With ambitions to be carbon neutral by 2030, each day we help build futures through sustainable steel.

Why work here?

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.

Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You'll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.

Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You'll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

It is our ambition at InfraBuild to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

Agencies should note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted to this position, and GFG will not pay any fees related to resumes that are submitted directly to hiring managers and not through our approved processes.

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