Warehouse Operator – Bonded Freight
Navia | Padstow, Sydney NSW | Full Time | $30–$35 per hour
About Navia
Navia is where people, technology, and data combine. We are a fully integrated freight and logistics company delivering empowered outcomes across the entire supply chain — sea freight, air freight, customs clearance, and third-party logistics. Since 2003, we have been defined by innovation and high performance, and we are growing fast.
Our warehouse team is a core part of what makes Navia work. This isn’t a faceless distribution centre — it’s a tight-knit team at the engine room of a dynamic, tech-enabled freight business.
The Role
We’re looking for a Warehouse Operator to join our Padstow facility, with a focus on bonded freight operations. Whether you’ve got experience in a bonded or customs-controlled environment, or you’re looking to build a career in freight and logistics — we want to hear from you. What matters most is attitude, reliability, and a genuine drive to do good work.
What You’ll Do
General warehouse tasks including:
· Loading and unloading of transport vehicles
· Palletising freight
· Wrapping completed pallets
· Daily housekeeping
· Complete weekly/daily operational checklists
Bonded freight requirements:
· Training in 77G and Biosecurity bonded freight
· Deconsolidation of import aircraft units
· Matching and outturning import freight to manifests provided
· Assist Biosecurity Officers during freight inspections
· Weekly bond checks
· Ensure accurate reporting on import manifests and warehouse releases
· Reporting any visible damage to freight
· Monitor bond emails for client specific requests
· Utilisation of CargoWise for bonded freight adjustments and paperwork
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in warehouse, logistics, or a bonded freight environment — or a strong desire to learn and build a career in the industry
- A reliable, punctual person who takes pride in doing things properly
- Strong attention to detail and workplace safety — particularly important in a compliance-driven environment
- Good communication and the ability to work well in a team and independently
- Ability to consistently meet rostered shifts and work schedules
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Physically capable of lifting up to 25kg
- Commitment to safe work practices
- Forklift licence is preferred but not required
What’s In It For You
- A genuine foot in the door at a fast-growing, tech-enabled freight company
- Structured onboarding and on-the-job training — you will be guided and supported from day one
- A great team culture — we work hard and we look after each other
- Real career progression — we’ve had team members go from warehouse operator to 3PL Manager, and even into our AI technology team
- For the right person, we will even help you get your forklift licence
- A stable, full-time role with a company that is going places
Application Questions
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Do you have any experience in warehousing, logistics, or a similar physical role? (Any level welcome)
- What interests you about working in freight and logistics?
- Do you have a current forklift licence?
- Have you worked in a role requiring OH&S/WHS knowledge?
- Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
- Do you own or have regular access to a car?
Pay: $28.00 – $37.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any experience in warehousing, logistics, or a similar physical role? (Any level welcome)
- Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
Licence/Certification:
- Forklift Licence (Preferred)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
