About us:
Proudly independent and family-owned, Cochrane's Transport is South Australia's leading express parcel and transport service provider.
We are proud to be one of South Australia’s Top 100 Companies, operating a fleet of 250 vehicles and generating an annual turnover of $80 million. With a dedicated team of over 300 employees, our headquarters in Gillman and regional depots in Port Augusta, Whyalla, Port Pirie, Kadina, Clare, Berri, and Victor Harbor enable us to provide next-day express freight services throughout South Australia, including both metropolitan and regional areas, as well as to Broken Hill and Mildura.
About the Position:
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Full Time- Monday to Friday 2PM to 10PM with potential overtime
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17.5% Shift loading in accordance with Peter Cochrane Management EA 2018
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13.5% Superannuation
Cochrane’s Transport is currently seeking a reliable and hardworking Freight Handler to join our team at our Gillman depot on a full-time basis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced logistics environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Loading and unloading freight from trucks and trailers
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Sorting and staging freight for dispatch
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Operating pallet jacks and forklifts (desirable)
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Ensuring freight is handled safely and efficiently
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Maintaining a clean and organised work area
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Following all workplace health and safety procedures
About You:
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Strong work ethic and reliability
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Ability to perform manual handling tasks and lift heavy items
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Good attention to detail and organisational skills
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
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Forklift license (preferred but not essential)
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Previous experience in freight handling or warehousing (advantageous)
What We Offer:-
Full-time, stable employment
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Supportive team environment
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Above award wages
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13.5% Superannuation
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Well maintained facilities and equipment
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Career development opportunities
If this sounds like you, then hit apply now!
If you’re keen to know more, please reach out to us via – [email protected]
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities - diversity and inclusion are central to how we work and grow together as one team
