Afternoon Forklift Operator — Load, Unload & Pack

DNA Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

DNA Recruitment in Melbourne’s Laverton area seeks a reliable Forklift Operator to load and unload interstate trucks and manage goods throughout the warehouse. You will pick and pack orders, maintain inventory records, and ensure safe handling and storage of products in a busy distribution environment.

The role emphasises safe forklift operation, adherence to health and safety protocols, and teamwork to meet daily targets with opportunities for progression to permanent roles.

Qualifications

• Requires valid forklift licence or certificate.
• Experience with curtains and gates is preferred.
• Proven forklift operator and order picker experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Commitment to health and safety protocols.
• Physical fitness for repetitive lifting.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to move, load and unload goods.
• Pick items from storage locations according to orders.
• Pack orders securely for dispatch.
• Update inventory records and use the warehouse system.
• Ensure goods are stored according to protocols.
• Perform routine forklift safety checks and report issues.
• Support the team to meet daily targets and deadlines.
• Communicate with teammates and supervisors to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Order picking

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Reliability

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Job description

DNA Recruitment in Melbourne’s Laverton area seeks a reliable Forklift Operator to load and unload interstate trucks and manage goods throughout the warehouse. You will pick and pack orders, maintain inventory records, and ensure safe handling and storage of products in a busy distribution environment.

The role emphasises safe forklift operation, adherence to health and safety protocols, and teamwork to meet daily targets with opportunities for progression to permanent roles.