Distribution Operator
The successful applicant will work with our distribution team loading trucks in a safe and efficient manner
Join Knauf – A Global Leader in Building Solutions
- Discounted Health Insurance
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Discounted Qantas Club Membership
- Free onsite Physio
- 14 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
At Knauf, we’re not just building materials; we’re building solutions that redefine how the world constructs. With a presence in 90 countries, multiple brands, and over 41,500 employees worldwide, we are a global powerhouse committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence.
Unlock Your Earning Potential with Knauf
Are you ready to take control of your financial future? At Knauf, we offer more than just a job—we offer the opportunity to earn big while building a rewarding career. With a competitive base rate of $42.26 per hour, plus reasonable overtime opportunities, you have the potential to earn over $1,800+ per week. If you’re looking for stability, growth, and the chance to maximize your income, this is the role for you!
Distribution Operator – 8 Hour shift with fortnightly RDOs
Shift: 8 hours between 6am – 6pm.
Knauf is seeking motivated and confident Distribution Operators to join our growing team. This is your chance to work with a global industry leader while earning an attractive hourly rate, overtime pay, and additional benefits that can significantly boost your income.
- $42.26 Per Hour Base Rate: Start with a highly competitive hourly rate.
- Develop additional skills : Boost your earnings with acquiring additional skills to increase your hourly rate.
- Career Growth: Knauf promotes from within, offering you the chance to grow your skills and move into higher-paying roles.
- Stability: Full-time permanent position with consistent hours and job security.
About the Role
As a Distribution Operator, you’ll play a key role in our distribution process, ensuring the smooth operation of loading trucks ensuring you operate in a safe manner. This is a hands-on role that offers the chance to learn new skills, work in a team environment, and contribute to the distribution of high-quality building materials.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate forklifts.
- Ensure driveway safety of all heavy vehicles and pedestrians.
- Maintain all areas in a clean, workable condition.
- Troubleshoot and report equipment faults or damage.
- Learn and operate across all areas of the Distribution centre.
- Follow Workplace Health & Safety Standards to ensure zero harm.
Why You’ll Love Working at Knauf
We’re looking for individuals who are ready to work hard, learn, and grow. Whether you’re experienced in distribution or looking to start a new career, we want to hear from you.
Must Have
- A current forklift license with proven experience.
- A team player mindset with strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
- A willingness to learn and grow within the role.
- Effective communication skills (verbal, written, and listening).
- Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual handling tasks using correct techniques.
- Previous experience in manufacturing or distribution operations is highly valued but not essential.
Why Join Knauf?
- Earning Potential: Competitive hourly rate of $42.26, with overtime opportunities.
- Career Development: Excellent personal and career growth opportunities, with high organic internal promotions.
- Parental Leave: 14-week Parental Leave for Primary Carers.
- Supportive Culture: A highly inclusive workforce that values diversity and collaboration.
- Stability: Full-time permanent position with yearly pay reviews.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Knauf values and is committed to creating a diverse working environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We proactively source diversity in our workforce, allowing us to access multiple perspectives that help us outline and accomplish our business strategies.
We encourage applications from people of all genders, races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, and identities. Whoever you are, you’re welcome here.
How to Apply
Ready to join a global leader in building solutions? Apply now and take advantage of the many benefits Knauf offers. Even if you don’t meet all the requirements, we encourage passionate candidates eager to make a positive impact to apply!
Your Future Starts Here. Join Knauf and start earning what you deserve while building a career you can be proud of!
- Department
- Supply Chain
- Locations
- Melbourne
Melbourne
Workplace & Culture
Knauf employees play a large part in the success of the company. Their performance, competence and motivation are based on the implementation of the Knauf values of entrepreneurial spirit, dedication, partnership and humanity in the course of their daily work. Individual performances make a contribution to our joint success as a team. This is the basis for further growth of the Knauf Group.
About Knauf Australia
Knauf is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of modern insulation materials, drylining systems, plasters and accessories, thermal insulation composite systems, paints, floor screed, floor systems, and construction equipment and tools.
We offer an opportunity to be part of a global family of over 40,000 high-performing people in 96 countries, who are dedicated to the same core values, and to a shared sense of purpose.
We encourage all our people to shape their own career, pro-actively building their future with the freedom to stretch their skills and to learn new ones.