BlueScope is an Australian-born, global success story, spanning 18 countries, with a team of over 15,000 people. We’re driven by innovation and are proud that the technologies in our products and brands, like COLORBOND® steel, inspire and protect everything from hospitals and bridges to stadiums and homes.
The Opportunity
What’s next in your career? Are you ready to start a new journey? Come and discover the opportunity to join our Forrestfield Distribution and Service Centre as a Team Member. No previous experience needed, we’ll provide you with all the on-the-job training and support you need to develop you in your new career. Our Team Members come from all walks of life and occupations, and we genuinely value the contribution of every Team Member, bringing diverse skills, experience, and backgrounds. Whether you’re coming from a background in manufacturing, hospitality, retail, or any other industry, we welcome you to join our team and discover new possibilities.
Our Team Members support our warehouse operations in ensuring our products and solutions are delivered in a safe and timely manner for our customers. Working in a dynamic team environment, you will provide a collaborative approach to a range of tasks such as machine operation, loading and unloading of trucks, and a variety of warehouse support that is both rewarding and fun. Some of these positions may require lifting and manual handling. We ensure that all our employees are supported with the necessary training and equipment to complete these tasks safely.
We have multiple full-time permanent positions available on our newly created night shift crew that operates from 10pm-6am Monday-Friday (you’ll start on a Sunday at 10pm and finish the week on Friday at 6am). Our Information Night will provide further detail around the specifics.
You will commence on an attractive rate of $38.87 per hour (includes night shift allowance), have the opportunity to work overtime, as well as eligibility for a 10% annual bonus incentive. You’ll also receive a $3,000 sign on bonus (paid in two equal amounts of $1500 at sign on and at 9mths). You will be provided with ongoing training and development, giving you the opportunity to receive an 8.5% rate increase upon successful completion of probation at the 6 month mark.
What’s In It for You?
- no need to purchase new workwear – you’ll be provided with a uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE)
- paid training including a forklift ticket and crane operations
- be involved in improving our processes and make the most of our online learning platform to support your continuous development
- to help you thrive we offer great health and wellbeing initiatives including access to our Employee Assistance Provider (EAP), on-site physiotherapist, and eligibility for a Fitness Passport
- enjoy a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture that hosts regular celebrations and BBQ’s
- access to a range of exciting discounts across travel, vehicles, health and more!
What Will You Do?
Working within a collaborative team environment, you’ll receive ongoing training and support to learn to:
- support and promote a safe working environment
- operate machinery to process and manufacture our products
- safely pack and strap our products and monitor products for quality control
- drive forklifts and operate cranes
More About You
You don’t need to have operations or manufacturing experience, what we care about is your enthusiasm to learn new skills and go above and beyond for your fellow team members. We’re on the lookout for team players who:
- put safety first
- collaborate well in a team environment
- respect others and embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce
As part of our diversity and inclusion journey, BlueScope is aiming to increase the representation of women in our Operations workforce across our businesses. We strongly encourage female applicants to apply for these positions.
Recruitment Process
- submit your application
- complete an automated online video activity
- attend an online Information Night (where you’ll learn more about the roles, shift pattern, career progression opportunities)
- attend one of our face-to-face Group Activity and Interview sessions (includes a site tour)
- complete pre-employment reference and medical checks (including a drug and alcohol screen)
- join us from June 2023
Key Dates
- online Information Night will take place on Monday 12 June 2023
- face-to-face Group Activity and Interview sessions (includes a site tour) will take place on Thursday 15 June 2023
Please plan to be available for the key dates.
For more information on these roles, visit our dedicated careers page.
careers.smartrecruiters.com/BlueScope/blueboots-forrestfield
Why BlueScope
As BlueScope continues to go from strength to strength, a career with us provides you with the opportunity to grow and be rewarded. At BlueScope, you will:
- create and deliver innovative solutions that drive transformation in our business
- make an impact that really does shape the world we live in
- keep growing through continuous learning and development opportunities
- enjoy the sense of belonging that comes from working with people who genuinely look out for one another
At BlueScope, our people are our strength, and we don’t say that lightly. We want our people to be successful, and to be safe. We offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program and make sure our inclusive work environment welcomes people of all backgrounds. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal. And we’ll do this through Our Purpose: We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen our communities for the future.
Come and discover us at bluescope.com/life-at-bluescope/careers.
Together we can make a world of difference.
Applications close day of Sunday, 28 May 2023.
