Warehouse Assistant/Forklift Driver (City of Sydney)

Warehouse Assistant/Forklift Driver Application Deadline: 11 June 2026 Department: Production Support Employment Type: Permanent
- Full Time Location: Villawood Compensation: $26.00
- $27.05 / hour Description Lush Manufacturing is on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Warehouse Assistant/Forklift Driver. We are recruiting three people: one permanent full‑time position and two 6‑month fixed‑term positions. All positions are full‑time, working Monday to Friday from 6:54 am to 3:00 pm, with a competitive base pay rate of $27.05 per hour (excluding bonuses and superannuation contributions). The factory is located in Villawood, Sydney, with Leightonfield station just a short walk away for those commuting by train. This is a safety‑critical warehouse role that combines forklift operation with hands‑on warehouse and stock management duties. You’ll play an important part in ensuring stock is received, stored, picked, packed, and dispatched accurately and safely to support manufacturing and distribution targets. Key Responsibilities
- Safely operating forklifts to unload, move, and store stock across the warehouse and production areas.
- Receiving, checking, and accurately processing incoming stock
- Loading and unloading trucks and containers
- Picking, packing, labelling, wrapping, and dispatching orders to Lush stores.
- Assisting with stock control and stocktakes
- Supporting Dangerous Goods (DG) handling and documentation (if required)
- Identifying and reporting stock discrepancies, damage, or quality issues
- Assisting with other warehouse‑related tasks as needed – we’re a team, and we all pitch in! Our Perfect Match
- Has previous experience in a warehouse setting and/or data entry duties.
- Has a current forklift driver’s license.
- Has strong communication skills and can speak clearly in English.
- Is proficient in Microsoft Office or similar applications.
- Is physically able to perform tasks, including standing for 38 hours per week, lifting up to 20kg, and completing manual tasks.
- Has high attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy.
- Is available to work Monday‑Friday (6.54am
- 3.00pm).
- Has full working rights in Australia.
- Is open to a diverse workplace and has a passion for teamwork. We offer
- Full training and a supportive learning environment, including an induction day.
- A progressive work environment that celebrates diversity.
- Paid birthday leave.
- A generous discount on LUSH products to keep you smelling and feeling fresh.
- A welcome pack of LUSH products and eco‑friendly goodies.
- Company‑sponsored Employee Assistance Program with free access to psychological, financial, legal and dietary advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rid50