Forklift Operator – Morning Shift

Morning Shift | 6:00am – 2:06pm | Ongoing Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join a busy cold-storage environment handling a range of food products, including bread, meat pies, chips, butter and ice cream.

This is a hands-on role suited to reliable operators who are comfortable working across forklift operations, dock work and picking/manual handling.

About the Role

• Operate forklifts approximately 80% of the time, with the remaining 20% focused on dock work and manual handling
• Operate high-reach and counterbalance forklifts across freezer, chiller and dock areas
• Complete putaways, picking and general warehouse duties as required
• Be flexible and willing to assist across different warehouse duties when required

Forklift Operations

• High-reach forklifts primarily operate within the freezer
• Counterbalance forklifts mainly operate around the chiller dock, with movement between the freezer and dock
• Toyota forklifts with cabins
• Both sit-down and stand-up forklifts may be used
• Seat capacity is 120kg
• Candidates must be comfortable working in a smaller forklift cabin

What You’ll Get

You’ll be joining a workplace that values and recognises its team, with benefits including:

• Pay increase after 3 months
• Appreciation lunches and meals every two months
• Annual BBQ during Grand Final week
• Employee of the Month recognition
• Peer-reward initiatives
• Opportunities to work across other sites during quieter periods

What You Need

• Previous forklift operating experience
• Current forklift licence
• Ability to perform dock and manual-handling duties
• Willingness to assist with picking when required
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Comfortable working in chilled and freezer environments
• PPE must be supplied and worn from your first day

If you’re an experienced forklift operator looking for a consistent morning-shift opportunity with a pay increase after 3 months, apply today!