Warehousing operations assistant
Kreskas Brothers Transport

Kreskas Bros is the largest road carrier of shipping containers between the Port of Melbourne and regional Victoria. Since 1968, and over four generations, this family-owned business has built a solid reputation based on honesty, integrity, reliability, quality, dedication and above all, personalised long-term partnerships. This Warehouse Operations Assistant placement allows students to be based in the Shepparton warehouse and work as a storeperson. Students will gain an insight into the transport and logistics sector and learn the operational tasks involved in day-to-day operations in a busy workshop and warehouse.

Skills You Might Learn

Students can attain a broad range of skills while on work placement. These may include valuable general employability skills such as:
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Initiative and enterprise
- Planning and organising
- Self-management
- Learning
- Technology

Students may also attain vital industry specific skills which will relate to their studies such as:
- Hands-on practical experience
- Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals
- Working in real-life scenarios and environments
- Working with tools and equipment necessary to the occupation and business
- Liaising and working with colleagues, bosses, customers/clients and suppliers.

Typical Tasks & Duties

This is a varied role and students will gain experience in unpacking mechanical parts, repackaging and returning items, using software involved in stocktaking and inventory management, as well as general labouring and cleaning duties. The student will also have an opportunity to learn workplace communication, safe work practices and how to cooperative effectively as part of a skilled local team. Duties may include;
- Identify and adhere to OHS procedures relevant to the industry and organisation
- General stock handling duties
- Assist with basic workshop duties
- Use of basic tools and software relevant to trade
- Cleanup of workshop as required

Student Requirements

A genuine interest in transport, warehousing or mechanical parts is ideal. The student will be willing to learn new skills and take pride in tasks undertaken. The employer values good communication skills, teamwork, punctuality and initiative.

Dress Requirements

Trade clothes, a hi vis op and safety boots are required in the workshop. During summer a hat is recommended.

Special Transport Requirements

Students will require own transport. Public transport may be available to location.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• TLI32416 - Certificate III in Logistics
• VCE20116 - Industry & Enterprise
• VIC20116 - VCAL Studies