Merchandise Sorter

• Permanent position, Full time hours
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:06pm
• Team based work in warehouse environment

About us

Australian Red Cross has a network of over 180 Red Cross Shops through which we are able raise funds to continue to provide assistance to those who need it most.  

Each year, we rescue 450 tonnes of clothing from landfill, give opportunities to 5000 volunteers, and generate funds to help Red Cross support vulnerable people in Australia and around the world. 

About the role

We are looking for enthusiastic Merchandise Sorters to join us in our Distribution Centre and work as part of a great team grading, categorising, and packing a large volume of donated and new clothing and accessories. If you have a love of fashion and everything retail, then this could the perfect role for you!

What you will bring

• Previous experience in retail, merchandise sorting, or similar roles.
• Knowledge of Australian fashion industry and brands, preferably gained through retail experience.
• An eye for detail and ability to assess quality and condition of merchandise quickly and accurately.
• The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• A genuine interest in contributing to the humanitarian mission of the Australian Red Cross.

Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity 

Financial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging via Maxxia. This can potentially reduce the amount of tax you pay each year and leave you with more disposable income in your pocket. Salary package expenses like rent, utilities, groceries, and school fees - up to $15,900 per year.

Health & Wellbeing: Discounts available through a variety of insurance providers. Access to health education resources via programs like Converge and Headspace. Memberships available to Fitness Passport, which provides affordable and unlimited access to more than 1,600 gyms, pools, and leisure centres across Australia.

Work/Life Flexibility: You can access a paid ‘Me’ day just for you in addition to a wide range of other paid leave options.

Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development courses.

Further information  

This role is covered by the Storage Services and Wholesale Award 2010 - Level 2. Salary from $51,000.56 FTE + superannuation + access to salary packaging.

For additional enquiries, please contact Holly Neubauer at hneubauer@redcross.org.au – please note this is only for enquiries, all applications must be submitted through our website for consideration. 

Applications for this position will close on Monday, 12 May 2025.

Please apply as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the advertisement earlier. 

Whilst we appreciate interest in our roles, we will not be engaging with Agencies or Agency Candidates for this role.

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