About SecondBite

SecondBite is a leading Australian food rescue organisation dedicated to reducing food waste and tackling food insecurity. Through the SecondBite organisation which includes both SecondBite and FareShare, we work collaboratively to provide nutritious food and meals to Australians in need.

SecondBite is committed to positive change through redirecting surplus food, otherwise destined for landfill, to agencies and people facing food insecurity in a safe and timely manner.
As part of the SecondBite organisation, FareShare operates Australia’s largest non-profit kitchens in Melbourne and Brisbane, where chefs, cooks and volunteers transform this rescued and donated food, as well as produce grown on their own kitchen gardens, into millions of delicious, nutritious meals each year for people experiencing need.

We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity in the workplace.

AWARD: Road, Transport & Distribution Award (MA000038)
LEVEL: Level 2

POSITION PURPOSE
The Warehouse Assistant is responsible for timely completion of day-to-day warehouse activities in the delivery of SecondBite’s food program. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES    
Risk and Safety Activities (35%)
•    Model a safety-first behaviour within our communities
•    Maintain a clean, hazard free workspace at all times
•    Only operate plant and equipment once trained and signed off
•    Only operate vehicles/equipment with the applicable licence  
•    Demonstrate commitment to safety by performing duties in accordance with relevant legislation and SecondBite policies, procedures and practices
•    Report all hazards immediately 
•    Report all incident to your line manager 
•    Attend and actively participate in Toolbox talks
•    Bring to the attention of the Line Manager any activity that has the potential to damage the reputation of SecondBite or its partners, and/or lead to legal issues
Operational Activities (60%)
•    Ensure daily forklift pre-start checks are conducted and filled out correctly
•    Receive and unload donations and deliveries, ensuring vehicle and forklift capacities are not exceeded
•    Proactively manage food volumes and stock flows to minimise waste
•    Sort, store and pack donations
•    Pick stock and makeup of orders for warehouse collections and deliveries
•    Provide a high level of service when liaising with Agencies and food donors
•    Communicate to relevant parties any specific agency requests or concerns
•    Maintain warehouse in a presentable manner and in keeping with food safety handling standards
•    Adhere to all SecondBite policies, procedures and organisational standards
•    Record statistics for warehouse donations and collections
•    Support fellow team members to complete daily tasks 
•    Some driving (in accordance with the responsibilities outlined in the Driver and Position Description) as required
Other Duties (5%)
•    Maintain and contribute to a healthy work culture
•    Attend regular team meetings as scheduled and actively encourage and promote effective communication and strong working relationships within the team/ organisation
•    Participate in and complete all training activities/ courses in a timely manner and apply learnings
•    Undertake other duties within the employee’s skills and experience as directed by their manager/ supervisor
 

POSITION COMPETENCIES
Qualifications, Skill and Experience 
•    A current High Risk License LF (Forklift) or willingness to obtain
•    Previous experience in a warehouse role in a high volume/turnover environment
•    A current unrestricted Driver’s License
•    Knowledge of food handling 
Personal Attributes
•    Ability to perform manual handling tasks
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•    Ability to build strong internal relationships
•    Ability to achieve results in a timely manner
•    Good communication skills
•    High levels of integrity
•    Ability to solve problems and make decisions
•    Willingness to learn and upskill to meet the changing needs of SecondBite