Forklift Driver

DP World; City Of Cockburn; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fremantle Freight and Storage (FFS) in Western Australia seeks experienced Forklift Drivers to join our operations team across Wattleup and O'Connor sites. You will operate forklifts to move freight, including steel, timber, containers and oversized loads, and assist with container unpacking in a safety-focused environment.

These permanent full-time roles require a current forklift licence and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Current forklift licence and demonstrated experience operating a forklift.
• Experience in freight, warehousing, logistics or similar environments.
• Experience handling steel, timber, containers, oversized or abnormal freight is highly regarded.
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to following safe work practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.
• Positive attitude, good communication skills and a strong team focus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to load, unload and move a variety of freight
• Handle steel, timber, containers, oversized and abnormal freight in accordance with safe work practices
• Assist with container unpacking and general warehouse and freight-handling activities
• Ensure freight is handled, positioned and secured appropriately
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised work environment
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet daily operational requirements and safety standards

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are currently seeking experienced Forklift Drivers to join our operations team across our Wattleup and O'Connor sites in Western Australia. In this role, you will operate forklifts to safely and efficiently move a range of freight, including steel, timber, containers, oversized and abnormal freight. You will also assist with container unpacking and general freight handling while working as part of a supportive and safety-focused team.

Job Purpose

We are currently seeking experienced Forklift Drivers to join our operations team across our Wattleup and O'Connor sites in Western Australia. In this role, you will operate forklifts to safely and efficiently move a range of freight, including steel, timber, containers, oversized and abnormal freight. You will also assist with container unpacking and general freight handling while working as part of a supportive and safety-focused team.

These are permanent full-time opportunities, with flexibility to work across both Wattleup and O'Connor sites preferred.

Key Accountabilities

• Safely operate forklifts to load, unload and move a variety of freight


• Handle steel, timber, containers, oversized and abnormal freight in accordance with safe work practices


• Assist with container unpacking and general warehouse and freight-handling activities


• Ensure freight is handled, positioned and secured appropriately


• Maintain a safe, clean and organised work environment


• Work collaboratively with the team to meet daily operational requirements and safety standards

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• Current forklift licence and demonstrated experience operating a forklift


• Previous experience in freight, warehousing, logistics or a similar environment


• Experience handling steel, timber, containers, oversized or abnormal freight is highly regarded


• Strong safety mindset and commitment to following safe work practices


• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment


• Positive attitude, good communication skills and a strong team focus

About Us

Based in Western Australia, FFS is a logistics company that has been serving the freight and logistics sector since 2000. Over the years, our services have grown to encompass container freight, warehousing, distribution, and specialised logistics solutions tailored to meet our clients' evolving needs.

At FFS, we value teamwork and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work culture. Our wide range of services enables us to streamline the logistics process for our clients, ensuring their experience is straightforward and efficient. We are always seeking talented and passionate individuals to join our expanding team and help us maintain our industry-leading standards.

Why Join Our Team?

At Fremantle Freight and Storage (FFS), we are more than just a logistics company; we are a business committed to excellence and innovation in the freight and logistics industry. Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic work environment that offers diverse challenges and opportunities.

Our inclusive culture values every team member's contribution. As a rapidly growing company, we adapt to the ever-changing demands of the industry, providing complete solutions that make a real impact. If you’re passionate about logistics and want to grow in a collaborative environment, we invite you to join our team.