Casual Warehouse Operators / Forklift Operators - Bega Act

Programmed; Canberra; On-site; AUD 49,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Consistent hours

Peak period shifts

Job summary

Bega is seeking casual/part-time Warehouse Operators with a valid forklift licence to join the team in Canberra. You will operate forklifts, pick/pack orders, and help load/unload goods in a fast-paced warehouse and cool room environment.

Flexibility to work day, afternoon and night shifts during December and January is essential. Pay rate is $43.03 per hour with potential for additional shifts during peak period.

Qualifications

• Current forklift licence required.
• Previous forklift operation experience preferred.
• Ability to undertake heavy lifting and manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move and manage stock.
• Pick, pack and prepare orders for dispatch.
• Load and unload goods as required.
• Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workplace.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures.
• Work in a cool room environment and adapt to a fast-paced warehouse.

Skills

Forklift licence

Warehouse experience

Heavy lifting

Job description

Casual Warehouse Operators / Forklift Operators

Bega - Canberra, ACT

Pay Rate: $43.03 per hour

Are you an experienced Warehouse Operator with a current forklift licence looking for casual work over the busy Christmas and New Year period?

Bega is seeking reliable, hardworking and safety-conscious Warehouse Operators to join their team in Canberra to support increased operational demand throughout December and January.

This is a great opportunity for candidates seeking consistent hours, with the potential to increase working hours during the peak period.

About the Role

You will be working in a fast-paced warehouse and cool room environment, supporting daily warehouse operations and ensuring products are handled safely and efficiently.

Duties will include:

• Operating forklifts to move and manage stock.
• Picking, packing and preparing orders.
• Loading and unloading goods.
• Manual handling and heavy lifting.
• Working in a cool room environment.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workplace.
• Following workplace health and safety procedures.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current and valid forklift licence (essential).
• Previous forklift operating experience (highly regarded).
• Previous warehouse experience (preferred).
• Ability to undertake heavy lifting and manual handling.
• Confidence working in a cool room environment.
• Flexibility to work day, afternoon and night shifts.
• A reliable attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work throughout the December and January peak period, with no planned leave during this time.

Hours & Pay

• Pay Rate: $43.03 per hour.
• Employment Type: Casual / Part-time hours.
• Starting Hours: Approximately 24 hours per week.
• Peak Hours: Potential to increase to 36 hours per week, depending on operational requirements.
• Shifts: Day, afternoon and night shifts available.
• Weekends: Some weekend shifts may become available once trained and experienced.

Why Join Bega?

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Opportunity for consistent weekly hours.
• Potential for additional shifts during the busy peak period.
• Work with a well-established and recognised Australian food company.

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.