Pallet Controller

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter!

What’s in it for you when you’re part of our team:

• Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few

• Free standard OnePass membership

• Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave

• 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender

• Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities

• We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build

The Wacol Fulfilment Centre is looking for a Pallet Controller. This is a Monday to Friday role based at our Wacol site

We provide an adult pay rate for 18 years of age and above at $28.64 per hour for this role. 

Our Supply Chain network plays a vital role in supporting our stores and customers. By effectively managing pallets, crates and other Unit Load Devices (ULDs), we help ensure products move safely, efficiently and on time throughout our network. Working together, we support our stores, deliver better outcomes for our customers and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.

About the role

As a Pallet Controller, you'll help keep our supply chain moving by ensuring pallets are accurately tracked, managed and accounted for across our Distribution Centre network. Working closely with operational teams and suppliers, you'll investigate discrepancies, maintain accurate pallet records and support the efficient flow of pallets throughout the network. With a focus on accuracy, collaboration and continuous improvement, you'll play a key role in helping our stores and customers get what they need, when they need it.

What’s involved:   

• Managing the day-to-day movement and control of pallets across our Distribution Centre network.
• Monitoring pallet balances and transactions to help maintain accurate records and minimise loss.
• Investigating pallet discrepancies and working with internal teams and suppliers to resolve issues.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders to support the efficient flow and recovery of pallets.
• Identifying opportunities to improve pallet processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensuring pallet activities are completed in line with company policies, procedures and compliance requirements.
• Using pallet management systems to track, analyse and report on pallet movements and performance.

You will need

• Experience within pallet control, logistics, supply chain or inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Experience using systems and data to monitor performance and maintain accurate records.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• A continuous improvement mindset and a passion for finding more efficient ways of working.

Who we're looking for:

We're looking for someone who is organised, analytical and enjoys working with a variety of stakeholders to keep things running smoothly. You'll be a proactive problem solver with a keen eye for detail, comfortable working with data and systems to identify trends and resolve issues. Most importantly, you'll be a collaborative team player who takes ownership of their work, values strong relationships and is always looking for opportunities to improve processes and deliver better outcomes for the business.

When you’re ready to give this opportunity a Red Hot Go, all you’ll need to do is:

• Submit an application and complete an online chat interview (20 minutes)

• If successful, next step includes an online video interview (15 minutes)

• If you’re a match, we’ll invite you to an onsite meet and greet with our leaders (20 minutes)

You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong.

We love the diversity across our teams, brought together in an inclusive culture guided by our values. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in shaping a workplace that celebrates First Nations voices, perspectives, and contributions. Please note, you must be age 15 or over to apply for a role at Bunnings.

We’re all about fairness at Bunnings, and our team’s here to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments, just let us know - we’re here to help. If you’ve got the experience, skills, and drive to grow - but don’t quite nail every part of the job description - we still want to hear from you. For support, contact us at [email protected].

Bunnings reserves the right to close job advertisements at any time, so we encourage you to apply early. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, as we have a dedicated internal Talent Acquisition team managing all hiring processes.

About Us

Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We're proud to support project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry through our network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.

At Bunnings, our purpose is simple: we’re here to inspire people to have a red hot go! Whether that's backing our team to grow, supporting customers to take on new projects, or helping communities make a real difference. By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will be part of a culture that encourages you to roll up your sleeves and build something great together. If you’re ready to have a go, apply today.

Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.

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