Costa is Australia’s leading grower, packer and marketer of premium quality fresh fruit and vegetables. We nurture our people, cultivate our growing sites and invest in ongoing research and development.
All the products we grow, and sell are fresh, nutritious, unprocessed and grown on our very own farms or those of our partner growers.
The Costa Berry Category is at the forefront of genetic growing and innovation. We export to some of the most demanding markets in the world, so food safety is paramount. In all that we grow, we are committed to sustainable production and growing.
People are at the heart of the Costa business and across our regions we are a major employer with more than 6,000 workers during our peak seasons.
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Dispatch Operator to join our team in Gingin, WA. In this role, you will be responsible for organising the dispatch of stock in line with customer requirements whilst also assisting the Pack Shed Supervisor in day-to-day pack shed operations.
What we offer
- Costa harvest trail – ability to transfer and travel between sites as the season changes!
- Opportunities for Learning, Development, and progression and full training provided for all tasks creating work flexibility and consistency
- Celebrate Cultural Days (Occasional BBQ's and Free Drinks)
- Paid in line with the Costa Berries Enterprise Agreement
- Free Access to an Employee Assistant Program
- Make new friends, learn new skills, learn about new cultures. Costa is a diverse organisation - we have people from all walks of life
- Values based organisation – Costa has culture of CARE
- Access to clean toilets, drinking water and free on-site car parking
What You Will Be Doing
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Organise dispatch and truck loading, following customer's requirements and paperwork (including CHEP transfers, dispatch orders and schedules, ICA/31 paperwork, and paperwork for truck drivers)
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Proactively monitors the packshed line to identify minor faults, blockages, misalignments or performance issues, taking prompt corrective action to maintain product flow and minimise downtime
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Ensure daily, weekly, monthly analysis of dispatch, SOH & stock control
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Communicate regularly with Harvest Manager regarding fruit quality, quantity and start time.
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Intake of packaging stock - trays and punnets (and any other items)
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Intake of picked product coming through to pack shed
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Ensure all invoicing is completed for seconds sales
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Ensure all end of month stock take tasks are completed
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Ensure all stickers and labels are printed and placed on correct pallets ready for pick up
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Assist in the tracking and reporting of packing performance and wastage
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Assist the pack line and employee monitoring whilst the pack lines are in operation
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Assist Pack Shed Supervisor when/if required and work part of the pack shed team
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Ensure WHS and QA standards are always adhered to
About You
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Experience in a fruit packing operation - desirable
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Experience in dispatch operations - desirable
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Forklift licence - required
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Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify, troubleshoot and resolve minor equipment issues within the packshed to minimise downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
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Excellent planning and organisation skills - ability to take responsibility and time manage.
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Strong computer skills - specifically word & excel
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Working knowledge of cool room management
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Experience or a keen interest in the horticulture and produce industry.
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Demonstrated strong leadership skills – ability to lead a team to success
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Ability to listen and communicate effectively & relate to a wide variety of cultures
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Ability to identify opportunities to maximise efficiencies
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Awareness and respect for compliance, food safety, and quality assurance requirements
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Driver’s licence
What You Get In Return
This is a casual position; however, team members who demonstrate strong performance and a positive contribution may have the opportunity to transition into other roles on the farm as Costa continues to grow and expand operations following the busy harvest season.
To learn more about Costa - Check out “Costa Well Grown” at https://vimeo.com/333655457
If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your application. All applications will be assessed through a merit-based recruitment process.
To apply you will need the following:
- A copy of your passport or Australian birth certificate with photo ID.
After you have submitted, please keep an eye on your emails, as this is how we will communicate with you regarding the progress of your application.
Shortlisted candidates will be to attend an interview. The recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a suitable date and time.
