Leading Hand

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Kickstart your career or take the next step with Hastings Deering – where our people build something BIGGER.

Are you passionate about safety, customer service, and driving operational excellence within a fast-paced warehouse environment? Then this exciting opportuning is for you!

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Warehouse Leading Hand to join our team in Cairns QLD. You will play a key role in coordinating daily warehouse operations, supporting team members, and ensuring the efficient movement of parts and materials. You will lead by example, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity while delivering exceptional service to both internal and external customers.

This is a permanent, Monday to Friday role, offering long-term stability and a supportive, team-focused culture.

What you’ll be doing
As a Warehouse Leading Hand at Hastings Deering, you will:

• Lead and support the team – oversee daily warehouse operations, providing guidance and support to ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate freight movements – manage inbound and outbound logistics to maintain smooth and timely delivery of goods.
• Keep operations running smoothly – supervise picking, packing, dispatch, and receiving to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain stock accuracy – implement and uphold strong inventory control practices to ensure reliable stock management.
• Champion safety standards – promote a positive safety culture and ensure all activities are carried out in line with WHS requirements.
• Plan and prioritise work – assist with workforce planning and allocate tasks effectively to meet operational demands.
• Maintain a high standard environment – ensure warehouse housekeeping and presentation standards are consistently met.
• Drive continuous improvement – identify opportunities to enhance processes and improve overall operational efficiency.
• Build strong relationships – develop and maintain effective working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Who are we and why work with us?

Hastings Deering is proud to be one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat® products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine.
 
We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.

When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you’ll benefit from:

• Big Pay, Bigger Growth - Competitive hourly rates with competency-based pay rises PLUS regular scheduled increases under our current Enterprise Agreement.
• Body, Mind & Wallet Support - Free health checks, Employee Assistance Program, income protection insurance, and discounts at major retailers.
• Career Paths That Work for You - Grow into leadership, technical specialist, or support service roles. At Hastings Deering, we align with YOUR goals.
• Get more time back in your life - Our work schedules are made to fit your life, giving you the flexibility to take care of what matters most outside of work.
• Security you can count on - Enjoy the stability of a long-term career with Hastings Deering, backed by global strength.
• Leading Hand Allowance – paid in accordance with the Hastings Deering Enterprise Agreement, recognising the additional leadership, coordination and supervisory responsibilities of the role.

What you’ll need:  

A successful teammate will have experience in: 

• Bring relevant experience – demonstrate a background in warehouse, logistics, or parts environments with a strong understanding of operations.
• Lead with confidence – apply proven leadership or supervisory experience to guide and support team performance.
• Stay organised and communicate clearly – use strong organisational and communication skills to coordinate tasks and keep stakeholders informed.
• Focus on quality and safety – maintain a high attention to detail while prioritising safe work practices at all times.
• Use systems effectively – confidently operate warehouse management systems and general computer applications to support daily activities.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment – work collaboratively within a team to meet deadlines and achieve operational goals.
• Licenses a plus – overhead crane and forklift tickets are desirable (training opportunities may be available).
   

Interested? Here’s What’s Next: 

If you’re interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we’d love to hear from you!
 

📌 Apply Now – click the button below.
📞 Enquiries: 1300 071 618
👤 Contact: Taylor Collett – Talent Acquisition Partner

Hastings Deering follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.