Struggling to fill critical warehouse roles or improve safety and retention? Learn how HOBAN Recruitment delivered real results for a leading distribution centre through expert distribution and logistics recruitment.
The Distribution and Logistics Recruitment Challenge.
A major distribution centre was facing ongoing issues that are all too common in the warehousing sector:
- Hard-to-fill LO Order Picker roles
- High casual staff turnover
- Frequent workplace injuries
Rising Costs From Constant Onboarding and Training.
With demand for qualified candidates growing across the supply chain, this site needed a partner that could offer more than just a quick hiring fix — they needed a long-term distribution and logistics recruitment strategy.
That’s when they turned to HOBAN.
HOBAN’s Targeted Recruitment and Workforce Development Solution
HOBAN took a hands-on, tailored approach that combined workforce planning, onsite insights, and candidate development to transform hiring outcomes and workplace performance.
Onsite Workforce Analysis.
The HOBAN team spent time onsite to fully understand the physical demands of the role. From there, we developed a targeted position profile outlining the essential physical capabilities required to succeed and stay safe on the job.
Smarter Screening with a Safety Focus.
A custom manual handling assessment was built into our screening process. We also delivered manual handling training and safety talks for all new starters as part of the onboarding process.
Upskilling and Talent Pipeline Development.
To address the shortage of LO-licensed Order Pickers, candidates could be upskilled in a simulated warehousing environment in the HOBAN Distribution Development Centre before stepping foot on site. Each candidate received a personalised skills development plan to support their progression and performance, ensuring they were job-ready and compliant with safety standards.
Each candidate received a personalised skills development plan to support their progression and performance, ensuring they were job-ready and compliant with safety standards.
Results That Speak for Themselves.
Thanks to HOBAN’s strategic distribution and logistics recruitment approach, the site saw dramatic improvements:
- Record-high candidate retention and engagement
- Fewer injuries and safety incidents
- Improved productivity across shifts
A trained, reliable talent pool ready to scale with demand.
HOBAN’s ongoing workforce planning and talent mapping ensures our clients always have access to skilled staff — even during seasonal peaks or unplanned demand.
Looking for an Exceptional Distribution and Logistics Recruitment Partner?
Whether you’re hiring pick packers, forklift drivers, warehouse supervisors, or LO Order Pickers, HOBAN Recruitment can help you build a high-performing, safety-focused team — fast.
Talk to our experts in distribution and logistics recruitment today, learn more at https://www.hoban.com.au/distribution-and-logistics-recruitment/
HOBAN Recruitment works in collaboration with host employers and accredited training providers to ensure all safety, training, and compliance responsibilities are met in line with WHS legislation and industry standards.
