Forklift Driver

JBS Australia Group; Longford; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

JBS Australia Pty Limited in Longford, TAS is seeking a reliable Forklift Driver to join a safety‑driven team. You will operate forklifts to move, load and unload materials, perform routine checks, and help maintain a clean, compliant workplace.

The ideal candidate holds a current LF forklift license, has hands‑on experience, and can work independently or as part of a team with good communication and time management skills. This is a full‑time on‑site role with a strong safety focus.

Qualifications

• Current forklift license (LF)
• Previous experience in a similar role preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and effectively.
• Manually handling, stacking and unstacking cantons as required.
• Load and unload goods from trucks and storage areas.
• Ensure accurate placement and stacking of products.
• Conduct routine equipment checks and report any issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Adhere to all workplace health and safety regulations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Job description

Swift & Company Trade Group is located in Queensland and is the international trading division of JBS. Our trading office has supplied to international markets for over 50 years trading a variety of protein products including beef, sheep, goat, pork, poultry and game meats along with by products including meat and bone meal and tallow.

About the role

Join the JBS Australia Pty Limited team as a full-time Forklift Driver based in Longford, TAS. We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious team members to join our company. In this role, you will be responsible for operating forklifts to move, load, and unload materials efficiently while maintaining a safe working environment.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and effectively.
• Manually handing, staking and unstacking cantons as and where required.
• Load and unload goods from trucks and storage areas.
• Ensure accurate placement and stacking of products.
• Conduct routine equipment checks and report any issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Adhere to all workplace health and safety regulations.

Criteria for selection include (but is not limited to):

• Current forklift license (LF).
• Previous experience in a similar role preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and time management skills.