Assistant Dispatch Manager
Dans Plants is a well-established and thriving nursery located in the heart of Heatherton, Victoria. We take pride in offering a wide variety of plants and decorative pots to our valued customers. We are currently looking for an experienced and motivated Assistant Dispatch Manager to join our team.
Job Type: Full Time, Monday to Friday.
Salary: Annual salary and incentives of up to $80,000 (plus Superannuation) on offer for the right candidate
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Dispatch Manager in the day-to-day running of the dispatch department, ensuring orders are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Step into the Dispatch Manager role when required, ensuring the smooth operation of the department.
- Assist with the daily packing of stock for one of our largest customers, loading plants onto trolleys and trucks with accuracy and care.
- Ensuring all stock is ready and dispatched on time (in line with allocated schedules)
- Ensuring all paperwork relating to stock movement and orders is completely in a timely manner and accurate
- Operate a forklift to safely move plants, trolleys and other heavy loads.
- Ensuring all orders are picked, packed, and labelled correctly
- Ensure only plants that meet our high standards are dispatched
- Help to maintain a clean, organised, and safe dispatch area
Requirements
- Previous experience in a dispatch, warehouse or logistics environment (minimum 2 years preferred)
- Demonstrated leadership experience as a leading hand, or senior team member, with the ability to support and motivate a team
- Current forklift license
- Experience completing dispatch paperwork and documentation with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.
- A proactive attitude with the ability to step up and lead the dispatch team in the Dispatch Manager’s absence
- Transport to Heatherton, as public transport is limited in the area
- Experience in a nursery setting or an interest in horticulture is highly preferred, but not essential
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter via Seek, or via email to our HR Administrator Kerri with the subject “Job Application – Assistant Dispatch Manager”.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We look forward to receiving your application.
Only applicants successful in obtaining an interview will be contacted.
