Counterbalance Forklift Operator

Programmed / PERSOLKELLY; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 94,649,000 - 128,052,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day Shift: Monday to Friday

Ongoing opportunity

Job summary

Programmed is seeking a reliable Forklift Operator / Plant Operator to join a leading construction materials manufacturer in Melbourne. The role offers a consistent Monday to Friday schedule with an immediate start, combining forklift operation with cement bagging duties in a fast-paced plant environment.

You will operate a counterbalance forklift, manage cement bagging, load bags, monitor the process, and keep the area safe and tidy while adhering to health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Current LF Forklift Licence is essential.
• Previous counterbalance forklift experience is required.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, warehousing, or plant operations is highly regarded.
• Comfortable working in a dusty industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift to transport finished products and materials safely throughout the site.
• Operate a cement bulk bagging machine following established procedures.
• Load empty paper cement bags onto the production conveyor.
• Monitor the automated bagging process to ensure efficient production.
• Wrap completed pallets and transport finished products to the designated holding area.
• Assist with general production and plant operations as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment.
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures while working with cement products.
• Work in a dusty industrial environment and wear the required PPE at all times.

Skills

LF Forklift Licence

Counterbalance forklift experience

Manual handling

Attention to detail

Attendance reliability

Australian working rights

Job description

Programmed is currently seeking a reliable and motivated Forklift Operator / Plant Operator to join a leading construction materials manufacturer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking consistent Monday to Friday work with an immediate start. The successful candidate will perform a combination of forklift operation and cement bagging plant duties in a fast-paced industrial environment.

What's on offer

• Day Shift: Monday to Friday
• Hours: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• Pay Rate: $38.86 per hour
• Ongoing opportunity with a well-established client

About your new role

• Operating a counterbalance forklift to transport finished products and materials safely throughout the site
• Operating a cement bulk bagging machine following established procedures
• Loading empty paper cement bags onto the production conveyor
• Monitoring the automated bagging process to ensure efficient production
• Wrapping completed pallets and transporting finished products to the designated holding area
• Assisting with general production and plant operations as required
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work environment
• Following all workplace health and safety procedures while working with cement products
• Working in a dusty industrial environment and wearing the required PPE at all times

About you

• Current LF Forklift Licence is essential
• Previous counterbalance forklift experience is required
• Experience in manufacturing, production, warehousing, or plant operations is highly regarded
• Comfortable working in a dirty and dusty industrial environment
• Physically fit and capable of performing manual handling tasks throughout the shift
• Strong attention to detail and able to maintain concentration while operating machinery
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and excellent attendance
• Looking for long‑term, ongoing employment
• Full Australian working rights
• Able to complete pre‑employment requirements before commencing

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.