Senior Operations Handling Specialist – Brisbane Station

Brisbane Airport, Queensland, Australia March 20, 2026 Eightfold Ai

Senior Operations Handling Specialist – Brisbane Station

 

Join Our Dynamic Team at DHL Global Forwarding! We are looking for a Senior Operations Handling Specialist at our Brisbane Station

About Us:

We are the leading global brand in the logistics industry, offering an unrivalled portfolio of services across multiple modes of transportation to a diverse range of customers across the globe. We connect people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialised solutions for growth markets and industries — including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing and energy, auto-mobility, and retail — we are decisively positioned as "The logistics company for the world."

Key Responsibilities


Undertakes full range of duties under limited supervision.

  • Will have clearly defined procedures in the movement and administration of goods in warehouses.
  • Performs cargo receival arrangements.
  • Ensures customer requirements are met and cargo handling is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Coordinate the workload of the casual labour.
  • Work with the supervisor in managing the roster for the week.
  • Supervising weekend work when required
  • Liaise with the supervisor on cut of times ad cascade this to the team and drivers.
  • Action emails / manage empty requests / book transport to collect ULD’s.
  • Overlook the stock receivable and match the port marking at the time of loading.
  • Attention to detail when it comes to sealing the correct ULD’s

Key Accountabilities

  • Completed day-to-day work requirements as part of Warehouse team.
  • Performs cargo checks and balances against manifest documents.
  • Checks responses from counterparts and finalizes validation of required documents.
  • Follows-up shipment status, identifies incidents and ensures resolution of incidents.
  • Load and unload trucks quickly and safely ensuring safe and accurate check in and storage of freight until it leaves our facility.
  • Building of export units for transfer overseas including LifeScience shipments
  • Required to perform Manual handling tasks as a mandatory component of the position i.e., requirement to lift cartons.
  • Disposal of Company records as requested by Supervisor.
  • Report all irregularities, tampering or damage to freight.
  • Always keep warehouse clean and tidy.
  • Report any damages to Supervisor as soon as possible.
  • Present a courteous attitude to staff, customs, couriers, and any persons presenting themselves the warehouse requiring assistance.
  • Additional tasks as instructed by Department Manager / Supervisor.

To be successful, you will need:

  • Knowledge and previous Warehousing experience
  • Knowledge of load restraint or similar
  • Results driven and attention to details.
  • Self-directed and proactive working style.
  • Fluent in English communication (verbal/written)
  • Be physically fit, as there is a manual handling component * High attention to detail and a proactive work ethic
  • Ability to work independently, under pressure, and manage multiple priorities:

What to expect from us:

What makes DHL great? Our People! We know each employee’s individual contributions collectively ensure we remain one of the largest delivery and logistics companies worldwide. We are dedicated to being a great place to work. In addition to competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy a range of programs, services, and benefits that bring the best to their personal lives.

* Hybrid working options available after successful onboarding.
* Consistently voted as a great place to work.
* Focus on wellbeing with annual fitness subsidy.

If you are looking for a career, and not just a job, and believe you would be a good fit for this position, Apply now!



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