Equipment Operative

Role summary

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The Equipment Operative supports the safe and efficient movement, loading, unloading and handling of freight using warehouse equipment and approved procedures. Typical requirements include physical fitness, reliable attendance, attention to detail, the ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment, and willingness to work shifts, weekends or public holidays. Experience operating forklifts, pallet movers or other material-handling equipment may be preferred, and relevant licences may be required. Candidates are expected to follow workplace health and safety rules, maintain accurate freight handling standards, work cooperatively with colleagues and meet service and productivity targets. Training may be provided, but practical warehouse, freight or distribution experience is advantageous.

About the employer

Federal Express Corporation, commonly known as FedEx, is a global transportation, logistics and express delivery company. It connects businesses and consumers through domestic and international parcel, freight and supply-chain services. In the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa region, FedEx operates extensive air and ground networks supported by sorting facilities, depots, aircraft, vehicles, technology and customer-service teams. The company places strong emphasis on safety, reliability, operational efficiency and dependable delivery performance. Employees may work across courier operations, freight handling, warehouse processing, equipment management, customer support and corporate functions. In Australia, FedEx serves major cities and regional markets, helping businesses move documents, parcels and commercial freight locally and around the world. Conditions, benefits and career progression vary according to the specific site, employment agreement and role requirements.