AM Forklift Operator / Dockhand

AirRoad; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly staff barbecues

Birthday gift cards

Long-term employment

Growth potential

Safe work environment

Job summary

AirRoad is seeking a hands-on Forklift Operator / Dockhand for our Meadowbrook AM Operations team. You will safely load/unload freight, sort, scan and stage shipments for interstate and local distribution, and help maintain a zero-harm workplace.

This permanent full-time role requires a current Forklift License, at least 1 year of forklift experience, and freight handling in a logistics environment. Early mornings, Monday to Friday, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Forklift license and good forklift handling skills.
• Experience in loading/unloading freight in a warehouse/transport setting.
• Commitment to safety and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely loading and unloading freight, including palletised and oversized items.
• Dockhand duties: sorting, scanning, and staging freight for distribution.
• Maintain secure, damage-free handling and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Dockhand experience

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Job description

Join a safety-first workplace that genuinely values its people

Monthly staff barbecues – we celebrate wins and team spirit!

Birthday gift cards – a small way we say thank you

Be part of a company with stable, long-term employment and real growth potential

Work in a supportive environment where your safety and contributions matter

About Us

AirRoad is a national leader in premium express delivery, specialised transport, and supply chain management services. We’re known for our commitment to delivering freight on time, in full, and undamaged, every time — and we do it all with a strong focus on safety and reliability.

At AirRoad, safety isn’t just a box to tick – it’s a core part of how we operate, every single day.

The Role

As a Forklift Operator / Dockhand, you’ll be part of a high-performing team in our Meadowbrook AM Operations, ensuring freight moves safely and efficiently through our network.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Early AM shift – permanent full-time position

Safely loading and unloading freight, including palletised and oversized items

Handling general freight with care to ensure secure and damage-free transport

Dockhand duties such as sorting, scanning, and staging freight for interstate and local distribution

Following strict safety procedures and contributing to a zero-harm workplace

Duties will be split between forklift operator duties and freight handler duties as per operational requirements

This is a hands‑on freight handling role that requires accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

What You’ll Need

A current and valid Forklift License

Proven forklift experience – minimum 1 year preferred

Freight handling experience in a transport, logistics, or warehouse environment

Experience loading and unloading interstate road freight trailers (preferred)

Ability to work efficiently in early AM operations and meet tight schedules

A strong commitment to safe work practices and teamwork

AM shift – early morning start, Monday to Friday

Overtime available when required

Diversity & Inclusion

AirRoad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.