Warehouse Assistant

About the role

You'll be an important part of our daily warehouse operations, helping to keep everything organised, efficient and running smoothly. Dakeeta is a growing supplier of premium building materials, decorative wall panels and innovative cladding solutions. No two days are exactly the same, and you'll play a key role in ensuring our products are handled with care and our customers receive the best possible service.

Key responsibilities

• Picking, packing and preparing customer orders accurately and efficiently
• Receiving incoming stock and checking deliveries against paperwork
• Loading and unloading trucks and customer vehicles safely
• Operating a forklift to move, store and retrieve stock
• Organising products and maintaining accurate warehouse stock locations
• Assisting with stocktakes and inventory management
• Preparing orders for deliveries and scheduled customer collections
• Keeping the warehouse clean, organised and safe
• Working closely with our sales and administration teams to ensure orders are ready on time
• Following workplace health and safety procedures at all times

About you

• Current, valid forklift licence
• Current Australian driver's licence
• Your own reliable vehicle for travelling to and from work
• Previous warehouse, storeperson, picking and packing or similar experience preferred
• Experience with stock control or inventory systems preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Good communication skills
• Reliable, punctual and ready to work
• Hardworking, motivated and take pride in what you do
• Organised with excellent attention to detail
• A team player who is also confident working independently
• Physically capable of safely handling products weighing approximately 20–30kg, using appropriate equipment and assistance where required
• Comfortable working in a busy, hands-on warehouse environment
• Friendly, respectful and professional when dealing with customers and colleagues
• Safety-conscious and committed to maintaining a tidy workplace
• Willing to learn, take initiative and help the team succeed
• Flexible with your availability and happy to assist with additional shifts during busier periods
• Ability to follow workplace safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE
• Availability to work a minimum of 3 days per week, with flexibility for additional days when required

Benefits

• Employee Discounts – Enjoy exclusive staff discounts across our product range
• Free Drinks – Complimentary drinks available throughout your workday
• Free Onsite Parking – Convenient parking right at our Smithfield location
• Friendly & Supportive Team – Work alongside a welcoming and hardworking team
• Variety Every Day – Enjoy a hands-on role with different tasks and responsibilities
• Growing Business – Be part of an expanding company with opportunities to develop your skills
• Flexible Working Arrangement – Enjoy part-time hours with the opportunity for additional shifts during busy periods
• Positive Work Environment – Join a workplace where initiative, teamwork and hard work are genuinely appreciated

About us

Dakeeta is a growing supplier of premium building materials, decorative wall panels and innovative cladding solutions. We value people who take ownership of their work, respect their teammates and aren't afraid to roll up their sleeves. We're a growing business with big ambitions, and we're looking for someone who wants to grow with us. We offer a friendly, supportive environment where hard work is recognised, initiative is encouraged and everyone plays an important part in the success of the business.