Dawn-Shift Cold Storage Forklift Operator (LF Licensed)

Randstad Pty; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

Randstad Pty is seeking motivated Cold Storage Forklift Operators in Derrimut, VIC. You will work in refrigerated environments as low as -22°C, operating counterbalance forklifts and managing loads with accuracy.

Morning shifts are available with consistent hours and clear pathways to ongoing work for high-performing candidates. Responsibilities include pre-start checks, documentation, WHS compliance, and load tracking to ensure efficient dispatch.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years hands-on experience in chilled/frozen environments with HACCP standards
• Experience operating counterbalance forklifts and handling rapid load turnarounds
• Ability to fill out and audit load sheets accurately
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to stay calm under peak dispatch
• Flexibility to work varying shifts and maintain punctuality and diligence

Responsibilities

• Safely operates counterbalance forklifts to load, unload, and stage goods; secures trailer loads with strapping.
• Works in temperature-controlled environments, including deep freezers at -22°C.
• Performs daily pre-start checks on machinery to ensure safety and compliance.
• Completes load sheets, manifests, and inventory logs for accurate tracking.
• Adheres to WHS protocols and maintains housekeeping across packing stations and docks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pre-start checks

Load sheets

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Job description

Randstad Pty is seeking motivated Cold Storage Forklift Operators in Derrimut, VIC. You will work in refrigerated environments as low as -22°C, operating counterbalance forklifts and managing loads with accuracy.

Morning shifts are available with consistent hours and clear pathways to ongoing work for high-performing candidates. Responsibilities include pre-start checks, documentation, WHS compliance, and load tracking to ensure efficient dispatch.