Warehousing operations assistant
The Salvation Army Thrift Shop (Colac)

The Salvation Army Australia is an international Christian movement, united by faith and giving hope where it’s needed most. Across Australia – in cities, country towns and rural communities – our work touches every demographic and age group. We’re involved in national issues while also bringing hope to people who may be experiencing hardship or injustice.

Skills You Might Learn

They will gain skills in the following areas
- Working in a team
- Following instructions
- Dealing with the public
- Customer service
- Correct lifting of articles or furniture
- Sorting and organising items for retail shop

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students on this placement will be predominately working alongside the warehousing staff. They will learn how to safely and effeciently work in the warehousing area. Students will assist in unloading the produce and products from the truck as well as gaining knowledge and understanding in visual merchandising through stacking products on shelves and putting up ticketing for pricing and promotions.

Student Requirements

Students will need to have a helpful and courteous manner, be willing to listen and adhere to strict instructions and directions (especially in the warehousing area). Students will need to encompass a neat personal appearance and not be afraid of heavy lifting and being on their feet for extended periods of time.

Dress Requirements

Tidy neat clothes with covered shoes

Special Transport Requirements

Student will need to make their own way to the placement

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• CHC24015 - Certificate II in Active Volunteering