Packing 2IC - Warehouse & Operations

Hire Society | Shenton Park, Perth | Full Time

Are you an experienced warehouse or packing professional looking for your next step?

Hire Society is seeking a hands-on Packing 2IC to support our Packing Manager and help lead the day-to-day operations of our busy Packing Department.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being part of the action, has an exceptional eye for detail and is ready to develop their leadership skills.

About Hire Society

Hire Society is Perth’s leading supplier of premium hospitality and event hire equipment. Family-owned and operated since 1986, we have been helping create exceptional events across Western Australia for more than 40 years.

Based in Shenton Park, we are a progressive and innovative business with a strong team culture and opportunities for career development and progression.

The Role

Working closely with our Packing Manager, you will help coordinate the daily packing operation while working hands-on alongside the team.

You'll assist with workflow, staff supervision, order accuracy, stock management and quality control, and step up to oversee the Packing Department when the Packing Manager is away.

With more than 4,000 product lines, this role suits someone who loves organisation, works accurately under pressure and isn't afraid of a busy warehouse environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Packing Manager with the daily operation of the department
• Assisting with supervising, coordinating and training the packing team
• Taking responsibility for the department in the Packing Manager's absence
• Hands-on picking, checking and packing of customer orders
• Ensuring orders are accurate, complete and ready on time
• Correct handling and storage of returned and outgoing equipment
• Maintaining equipment quality and presentation standards
• Assisting with stock control, stocktakes and identifying potential shortages
• Helping prioritise workloads during busy periods
• Monitoring and helping reduce packing errors
• Supporting improvements in team productivity
• Communicating with other departments to ensure stock is available when required
• Assisting customers with warehouse collections and returns
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment

About You

We're looking for someone who is reliable, organised and ready to take ownership.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Experience in a warehouse, picking/packing, hospitality or similar fast-paced environment
• Previous team leader or supervisory experience – highly regarded but not essential
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong numerical and basic mathematical skills
• The ability to learn and recognise a large product range
• Good computer and administration skills
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• The confidence to provide direction and support to other team members
• The ability to problem-solve and manage changing priorities
• A positive, proactive and team-focused attitude
• Permanent Australian working rights with no restrictions

It's a Physical Role

We want applicants to understand that this is a hands-on warehouse position, not a desk-based supervisory role.

You'll be on your feet for most of the day and the position involves regular bending, reaching, moving equipment and lifting items weighing up to approximately 20kg.

A good level of physical fitness and the ability to safely perform repetitive manual handling are essential.

Hours

This is a full-time position based at our Shenton Park warehouse.

Working days may vary depending on the time of year and operational requirements, with rosters generally operating Monday–Friday.

Some flexibility will be required during our busiest event periods.

Why Join Hire Society?

You'll be joining an established WA business that values its people and promotes a supportive team culture.

For the right person, this role provides the opportunity to:

• Develop your leadership and warehouse management skills
• Work within a supportive and experienced team
• Take on genuine responsibility within the Packing Department
• Learn an extensive and unique product range
• Be part of the behind-the-scenes team responsible for some of WA's incredible events
• Build towards future supervisory and management opportunities within Hire Society

Ready for your next step?

If you're accurate, energetic, organised and looking for an opportunity to progress from a warehouse or packing role into leadership, we'd love to hear from you.

Click Apply and send us your resume today.