Cold Storage Forklift Operator — Morning Shifts

HR Partners; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Partners is seeking motivated forklift drivers to join our Derrimut team. You will operate counterbalance forklifts in a refrigerated environment, with temperatures down to -22°C, ensuring safe and efficient movement of goods.

Multiple morning shifts available (5:00am start) and ongoing opportunities for high performers. This role offers consistent hours and a clear pathway to longer‑term work within our leading logistics operation.

Qualifications

• Experience operating counterbalance forklifts in a logistics setting.
• Able to work in refrigerated environments up to -22°C.
• Willing to work varied morning shifts Monday to Sunday.

Responsibilities

• Operate counterbalance forklifts for loading, unloading and staging of goods.
• Perform put-aways and secure trailer loads with manual strapping as required.
• Work in temperature-controlled environments, including deep freezers at -22°C.
• Complete load sheets, manifests and inventory logs for accurate tracking.
• Adhere to WHS protocols and maintain housekeeping across stations and docks.

Skills

Forklift ops

Safety awareness

Documentation

Pre-start checks

Cold storage

Job description

HR Partners is seeking motivated forklift drivers to join our Derrimut team. You will operate counterbalance forklifts in a refrigerated environment, with temperatures down to -22°C, ensuring safe and efficient movement of goods.

Multiple morning shifts available (5:00am start) and ongoing opportunities for high performers. This role offers consistent hours and a clear pathway to longer‑term work within our leading logistics operation.