Warehousing – Casual Positions Available

Warehousing – Casual Positions Available

Tasmanian Independent Retailers

Launceston, Launceston & North East TAS

Warehousing, Storage & Distribution (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

Who are we?

Island Fresh Produce (IFP), a subsidiary of Tasmanian Independent Retailers, is one of Tasmania's leading fruit and vegetable distributors. We proudly supply IGA and independent retailers, along with food service customers right across the state.

About the role

We're recruiting for casual positions in warehousing and distribution at our Kings Meadows distribution centre.

Our distribution centre operates 7 days a week, 6:00am–6:00pm (excluding Christmas Day and Good Friday). Casual shifts are rostered flexibly according to business needs, typically ranging from 4 to 8 hours — including our peak season from mid-September through to Easter, as well as year-round on-call shifts to cover fluctuating demand. No set weekly hours are guaranteed.

Shift allowances and penalty rates apply.

Casual employees may be considered for permanent positions over time, subject to operational requirements.

Key Duties

•        Accurately picking and packing orders with a strong focus on quality and detail

•        Operating forklifts (licensed operators only) and managing stock rotation in cool room environments

•        Working in temperature-controlled environments, including cool rooms as low as 2°C

•        Performing manual handling tasks as required

•        Carrying out general warehouse duties

Highly desirable

•        Forklift licence

•        HR (truck) licence — not essential

•        Proven experience in accurate order picking and safe equipment operation

About you

•        A positive, can-do attitude

•        Disciplined and able to work autonomously

•        Good communication skills

•        Maintains a high standard of personal presentation

•        Complies with food safety, hygiene, and PPE/uniform standards, as applicable

Culture and Benefits

•        Proudly recognised as a 2025 Employer of Choice

•        Join a team that prioritises people first

•        Fresh fruit and vegetables available for purchase at a discounted rate

•        Tailored health and wellbeing programs

•        Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

•        Access to St Lukes corporate discount cover

If this role sounds like you then we want to hear from you!

How to apply:

Apply now via the link including a copy of your resume and a cover letter stating why you're the right person to join the TIR team.

Any questions in relation to this position please contact: ••••@tir.com.au

Tasmanian Independent Retailers appreciates the time you have taken to submit your application. Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please note: This role may require a police check and a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening.