Warehouse Operator

• Live Local! Work Local!
• Above awards wage rates and allowance, including vehicle and passenger allowances
• Highly supportive, team orientated and value driven organisation
• Situated on the Bajool
  

About Us

Cheetham Salt prides itself in offering value added Australian solar salt products and is proud to play an integral role in Australian manufacturing. As Australia’s largest producer and refiner of solar salt, Cheetham Salt offers reliable salt products to a broad range of industries including the industrial, food, stockfeed, hide and pool sectors.

Our Bajool Operations in Central Queensland are currently seeking permanent Warehouse Operator to join our team. Bajool and Port Alma are about 40km south of Rockhampton and 40km north of Gladstone.

Life at Cheetham Salt 
Our company culture and values driven behaviour is very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for all our employees.
 As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as,
• Above award wage rates
• Daily vehicle allowance - $16.00-$19.50 per day plus additional $12.00 per day for carpooling with fellow employees
• Overtime (plenty on offer)
• Ongoing training & development
• Company funded Salary Continuance Insurance
• Employee Referral Program - refer a mate & receive $1000
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid primary carer Parental & Paternity leave options
• Reward & Recognition Program which recognises outstanding achievements of all employees
• Uniforms provided
• Free onsite parking

The Role
Reporting directly to the Manufacturing & Warehouse Coordinator and key responsibilities will include:
• Maintaining safe work practices, actively participate in safety audits, investigations and other site safety initiatives.  You will also assist with writing Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions
• Despatch Forklift Operator - Stock Rotation, Loading of Trucks, Receiving Incoming Goods, Loading Empty Containers in accordance with manifest specifications;
• Housekeeping Duties, (Warehouse and Raw material Management) 
• Refined bulk loading operations/processes - Documentation, Tipper operations
• Pallet Control
• Strictly adheres to COR, Site safety and Quality policies and standards at all times; 
• Ensure the accurate completion of all relevant documentation relating to deliveries and despatched items/products – e.g. date codes and batch codes, manifest.
• Understand manufacturing aims
• Assist in supervision of loading bay and warehouse areas

About You

• Available to work overtime when requested
• Proven track record of safe operation in an industrial environment
• Proven ability to learn and work to identified aims
• Competent in completing all associated paperwork
• Problem solving/analytical with a depth of attention to detail
• Current Forklift License 
• Senior First Aid Certificate - desirable
• Must be able to attend and pass Mine and Quarries Act medical prior to commencement.
• A positive attitude, and a strong commitment to team building and success of the organisation.
• A desire and willingness to undertake training to gain necessary skills.
• Good communication verbal and written and basic computer skills

How to apply

 Call Mike our Manufacturing & Warehouse Coordinator at Cheetham Salt Bajool with any questions or Apply Now!

If this is you please click “Apply now” and provide both your resume and cover letter. Upon receipt of your application, you will receive an email with our pre-screening questions. (Please ensure you check your junk email). Only applicants with unrestricted rights to work in Australia will be considered. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol testing and background checks including police check as part of our process. 

Applications close on 8 September 2026