Event Forklift Operator - Major Melbourne Live Ops

Hoban Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

HOBAN Recruitment in Melbourne is seeking experienced Forklift Operators for a major sporting event. The role runs Oct 2026 to Mar 2027 on a temporary contract, with duties including safe forklift operation, loading/unloading, pallet moves and assisting with site bump-in/out and logistics across the event site.

You must hold a current forklift licence, have experience in warehouses, construction, logistics or events, and work well in a large team.

Qualifications

• Current and valid forklift licence.
• Experience operating a forklift in warehouses, construction, logistics or events.
• Demonstrated safety awareness when operating around pedestrians and site personnel.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently across the event site.
• Load, unload and relocate equipment and materials.
• Move pallets and event infrastructure as required.
• Support site bump-in, setup, live operations and bump-out activities.
• Assist with material deliveries and movements across work areas.
• Report equipment or safety issues to supervisors.
• Follow site traffic management and safety procedures.

Skills

Current forklift licence

Forklift experience

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

HOBAN Recruitment in Melbourne is seeking experienced Forklift Operators for a major sporting event. The role runs Oct 2026 to Mar 2027 on a temporary contract, with duties including safe forklift operation, loading/unloading, pallet moves and assisting with site bump-in/out and logistics across the event site.

You must hold a current forklift licence, have experience in warehouses, construction, logistics or events, and work well in a large team.