# Freight Handler PM

**Company:** [Cochrane's Transport](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/2iNS9mn67FVEVpucXuAeVT.md)
**Location:** Gillman, Australia
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Temporary
**Department:** Operations- Gillman

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## Description

### **About us:**

**Proudly independent and family-owned, Cochrane's Transport is South Australia's leading express parcel and transport service provider.**

**We are proud to be one of South Australia’s Top 100 Companies, operating a fleet of 250 vehicles and generating an annual turnover of $80 million. With a dedicated team of over 300 employees, our headquarters in Gillman and regional depots in Port Augusta, Whyalla, Port Pirie, Kadina, Clare, Berri, and Victor Harbor enable us to provide next-day express freight services throughout South Australia, including both metropolitan and regional areas, as well as to Broken Hill and Mildura.**

**About the Position:**

Cochrane’s Transport is currently seeking a reliable and hardworking **Freight Handlers** to join our team at our Gillman depot on a casual basis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced logistics environment.

**Key Responsibilities:**

-   Loading and unloading freight from trucks and trailers
-   Sorting and staging freight for dispatch
-   Operating pallet jacks and forklifts (desirable)
-   Ensuring freight is handled safely and efficiently
-   Maintaining a clean and organised work area
-   Following all workplace health and safety procedures

**About you:**

-   Strong work ethic and reliability
-   Ability to perform manual handling tasks and lift heavy items
-   Good attention to detail and organisational skills
-   Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
-   Forklift license (preferred but not essential)
-   Previous experience in freight handling or warehousing (advantageous)

### **What we offer:**

-   Supportive team environment
-   Above award wages
-   13.5% Superannuation
-   Well maintained facilities and equipment
-   Career development opportunities

If this sounds like you, then hit apply now!

If you’re keen to know more, please reach out to us via – [jobs@cochranes.com.au](mailto:jobs@cochranes.com.au)

**We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities - diversity and inclusion are central to how we work and grow together as one team**