Qantas Airways Limited

Ground Crew - Freight

Qantas Airways Limited · Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne, Australia Posted 2026-08-12
Type
Full-time
Experience
0-2 yr
  • An opportunity to work in QGS Freight, a business that continues to boom and grow each year
  • Dynamic, exciting industry with opportunities for Career Progression
  • Permanent, part-time positions available

At Qantas, we represent Australia to the world. Our diverse country is known for our spirit, mateship, and a can-do attitude. We’re resilient and strong, and we work hard to keep things moving.

Qantas Ground Services (QGS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Qantas Airways and we’re responsible for providing ground handling services to the Qantas Freight, Australia’s largest independent air freight services business and has seen continuous growth.

As Freight Ground Crew, you will work in different areas of the Freight department including Domestic and International, looking after our customers’ freight. You could be moving anything from beloved pets and animals to machinery, dangerous goods and packages.

On a day-to-day basis, you would be responsible for the significant manual handling of freight where your duties include loading and unloading of aircraft. You will be operating forklifts, tugs and heavy machinery. Additionally, you’ll operate computer systems, scanners, and lodging freight documents into the warehouse system (iCargo). Working with your supervisors and managers, you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills while progressing your career.

You’ll have:

  • A current and valid provisional or full state or territory driver’s license
  • A current and valid forklift license or willing to obtain at your own expense
  • The ability to repetitively lift items up to 32 kgs in weight
  • The ability to work all shifts in our dynamic 24-hour, 7 day a week, rotational shift roster (meaning shifts will vary from week to week)
  • Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment medical (Qantas funded)
  • Previous experience using a forklift in a warehouse environment is preferred
  • Recent experience in a manual handling or physical role, within a fast-paced operational environment preferred
  • A passion for safety and working within Work Health & Safety guidelines at all times
  • Ability to work effectively within a team
  • A hard-working nature and a positive ‘can do’ attitude
  • Displays care and responsibility for our customers’ freight

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer, so by coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.

Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story – get in touch today.

Please note: Applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restrictions or sponsorship.

At Qantas, we represent Australia to the world. Our diverse country is known for our spirit, mateship, and a can-do attitude. We’re resilient and strong, and we work hard to keep things moving. Qantas Ground Services (QGS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Qantas Airways and we’re responsible for providing ground handling services to the Qantas Freight, Australia’s largest independent air freight services business and has seen continuous growth.

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