Forklift Driver / HC Driver

Team Global Express; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purchased leave

Novated lease options

Inclusive parental leave

Peer recognition awards

Career development & training

Job summary

Team Global Express is seeking a Forklift Operator / HC Driver to commence immediately in Gracemere, Rockhampton. This Full Time Permanent role runs Monday to Friday and focuses on forklift operations within our transport environment, unloading vehicles and preparing freight for delivery.

You will also provide HC driving support as required, delivering to customers and assisting with broader transport operations.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Forklift (LF) licence.
• Current HC licence or higher highly regarded for additional support.
• Experience operating forklifts in transport/logistics environments.
• Experience loading and unloading vehicles, containers and PUDs preferred.
• Strong understanding of safe freight handling and CoR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load/unload vehicles, containers, trailers and PUDs.
• Load, unload and stage freight within operational areas.
• Prepare freight for delivery runs and ensure correct, safe loading.
• Assist with container loading and unloading activities.
• Perform HC driving duties when required, including deliveries and broader transport operations.
• Complete vehicle pre-start checks and delivery documentation accurately.
• Ensure freight is secured and handled per company procedures and CoR.

Skills

Forklift operation

HC Driving

Freight/logistics experience

Vehicle loading/unloading

Safety awareness

Job description

Why TGE

Team Global Express (TGE) is an Australian-owned transport and logistics business delivering to Australia and New Zealand. We're not only transforming our operations but striving towards changing the logistics industry and becoming an Environmental, Social, and Governance leader by 2030. To learn more about our story, visit www.tgexpress.com.au

What we offer

Competitive salary above industry standards.

Upskilling, training, mentoring and more to support your career development journey.

Fun and practical employee perks and discounts

Purchased leave and novated lease options

Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & cars

Peer recognition awards when you go above and beyond.

About the role

Team Global Express is seeking a Forklift Operator / HC Driver to commence immediately in Gracemere, Rockhampton. This is a Full Time Permanent Role, Monday to Friday.

This role will primarily focus on forklift operations within our transport environment, supporting the safe and efficient movement of freight across our operations. You will be responsible for unloading vehicles, loading and unloading containers, preparing PUD vehicles and ensuring freight is handled safely and efficiently.

The role will also provide operational support through HC truck driving duties on an as-required basis, assisting with vehicle movements, deliveries and broader transport operations when required.

Key responsibilities will include:

Operating forklifts to safely load and unload vehicles, containers, trailers and PUD vehicles.

Loading, unloading and staging freight within operational areas.

Preparing freight for delivery runs and ensuring vehicles are loaded correctly and safely.

Assisting with container loading and unloading activities.

Undertaking HC driving duties when required, including completing customer deliveries, supporting semi-trailer operations and providing additional driver coverage to meet operational requirements.

Completing vehicle pre-start checks, delivery documentation and required transport paperwork accurately.

Ensuring all freight is handled, loaded and secured in accordance with company procedures and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) requirements.

Completing freight scanning and documentation accurately.

Maintaining forklifts, vehicles, equipment and work areas in a clean, safe and serviceable condition.

Following all company procedures, including hazard, near miss and incident reporting requirements.

What you'll bring

A current and valid Forklift (LF) Licence.

A current HC Licence or higher will be highly regarded, providing additional operational support and coverage for semi-trailer duties when required.

Previous experience operating forklifts within a transport, freight or logistics environment.

Experience loading and unloading vehicles, containers and PUD vehicles will be highly regarded.

Previous experience completing HC deliveries or working within general freight transport operations will be highly regarded.

A strong understanding of safe freight handling practices and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) requirements.

The ability to work autonomously, follow instructions and prioritise tasks effectively.

Strong safety focus and attention to detail.

Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Full working rights in Australia.

An inclusive workplace, works for everyone

We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply. Team Global Express acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia and the Māori, as tangata whenua and Treaty of Waitangi partners in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Our recruitment process

Applying for a job starts with an online application form, from there you may be invited to complete an online assessment followed by a virtual or in person interview. The last step is undergoing pre-employment checks, which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment including fitness to work and drug & alcohol screening.

Other things to note

When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the recruitment process.

During the recruitment process, please keep an eye on your junk emails and spam folders for updates.

TGE is listed as one of LinkedIn's Top Companies of 2023 in Australia.

Additional Information

We believe nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace, which celebrates different points of view and gives everyone the chance to contribute, as we build to a bigger and brighter future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status.

It's never been a more exciting time to join our team as we take the next step in our journey.

To find out more about us, visit https://www.tgexpress.com.au/careers

To be considered, you must be entitled to work in the specified country and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and medical assessment.