Current Vacancies

Are you looking for a hands-on position in a fast-paced work environment?

Would you like to work in a supportive team with a great culture?

If so, Taipan may just be exactly what you’re looking for! Why not come along and be a part of our story?

The role: 

Exciting growth means we are currently seeking an enthusiastic and hard-working Warehouse Assistant to join our team in Adelaide.

If you are good with your hands and have an interest in the hydraulic industry, then this is the position for you!

Who we are:

At Taipan, we specialise in the supply of hydraulic hoses and fittings to the industrial hydraulics and mining industry throughout Australia.

Our commitment to our workforce, customer service, great products and competitive pricing is a powerful combination in outperforming the competition. Our story traces back over 30 years, and throughout that time we have worked together to cultivate culture, instil our values, and support the ongoing development of our team and organisation.

Taipan is 100% Australian-owned and operated, and we truly believe that people are the driving force behind any successful business. That is why we are focused on finding friendly, hardworking and ambitious team members and offering them a workplace where they can truly thrive and feel supported. Our goal is to build a team of enthusiastic experts who love working at Taipan and can add that something extra to create a customer base of raving fans.

Why should you join the Taipan team?

There are awesome benefits to working at Taipan! We live and breathe our values, which creates a fantastic company culture and a great place to work. We even have a ‘Dream Manager’ on our team to help our team members recognise and reach their own personal and professional goals. The support and opportunities at Taipan are endless for those willing to ‘dream big’.

Some of the highlights of working with us include:

• Free onsite parking.
• Standard working hours- Monday to Friday.
• Competitive salary.
• Regular team social events and celebrations.
• Plenty of opportunities to upskill.
• A role with room for growth and advancement.
• A fun, supportive team environment across all departments.
• An inclusive and diverse workplace culture focused on personal wellbeing and teamwork.
• A stable and successful business with a bright future.

We also have a dedicated Training Team to ensure you have all the skills you need to succeed at Taipan and beyond. We always aim to promote from within, so wherever you start, you can have an exciting career path ahead of you, if you really embrace our values and dedicate yourself. Whether you’re a manager or out on the warehouse floor, your role will make a difference. Bring your expertise and join our driven team today.

This role involves: 

• Achieving order picking accuracy targets
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Answering telephone and dealing with enquiries
• Operating a forklift truck
• Reporting on stock levels and product availability
• Quality control goods in and out
• Ensuring complete and on-time deliveries
• Instructing transport/courier services
• Operating within OH and S regulations/policy

To be successful you’ll need some or all of the following: 

• Be coachable
• Hose and fittings product knowledge or similar
• Good with hands and tools
• An eye for detail
• Pride in doing things properly
• Awareness of personal limitations
• Occupational Health and Safety regulations compliance, acting in the best interests of safety at all times.
• Valid full driver’s licence
• Valid forklift licence or the motivation to get one fast
• Information and communication technology (ICT) literate

Interested?

Please apply including resume and cover letter (explaining how your skills and background match the specified requirements) by clicking the ‘apply now’ button.