Depot Forklift Operator - Safe Freight Loading and Sorting

Straitlink; City of Hobart; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Strait Link in Hobart is seeking an hands-on Freight Handler to coordinate the safe movement of freight across the depot. Based at our Hobart site, you will load and unload vehicles, scan and reconfigure freight, and prepare shipments for linehaul while meeting tight deadlines.

The role requires a current Forklift Licence (mandatory), experience in freight/logistics, a strong safety mindset and the ability to work both independently and in a team within a fast-paced environment in Australia.

Qualifications

• Current and valid forklift licence is mandatory.
• Experience in freight, logistics or transport is highly regarded.
• Must be able to follow instructions and established processes.
• Able to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Full working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Safely loading and unloading vehicles and trailers
• Scanning, sorting and reconfiguring freight as required
• Re-palletising and preparing freight for shipping and linehaul movements
• Ensuring accurate and timely freight distribution
• Working to operational deadlines and following site procedures
• Identifying and reporting damaged freight
• Applying safe load restraint practices, including correct use of straps and equipment
• Maintaining strict adherence to safety and compliance standards
• Fast-paced operational environment requiring accuracy, teamwork and safety mindset

Skills

Forklift Licence

Logistics experience

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Independent worker

Job description

Strait Link in Hobart is seeking an hands-on Freight Handler to coordinate the safe movement of freight across the depot. Based at our Hobart site, you will load and unload vehicles, scan and reconfigure freight, and prepare shipments for linehaul while meeting tight deadlines.

The role requires a current Forklift Licence (mandatory), experience in freight/logistics, a strong safety mindset and the ability to work both independently and in a team within a fast-paced environment in Australia.