Forklift Driver - PM Shift

Somerville Retail Services; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Afternoon shift 2:30 PM

Full-time / Casual employment

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Somerville Retail Services Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Forklift Driver to join our busy warehouse team in Tottenham, Victoria. The role focuses on safe loading and unloading of vehicles, stock movement, and assisting daily warehouse operations to ensure orders are processed accurately.

You will operate forklifts, move stock, pick and stage orders, perform pre-start inspections, and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• LF forklift license required.
• Minimum 2 years forklift experience in warehouse/logistics.
• Experience loading and unloading trucks.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and accuracy.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to load and unload vehicles.
• Move stock throughout warehouse and storage areas.
• Pick, stage and prepare orders for dispatch.
• Perform pre-start inspections and equipment checks.
• Maintain accurate stock movement records and documentation.
• Assist with inventory control and stock management.
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and guidelines.
• Support general warehouse operations as required.

Skills

Forklift license

Forklift experience

Load/unload trucks

Safety conscious

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Fast-paced adaptability

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Forklift Driver - Afternoon Shift

Somerville Retail Services Pty Ltd

Tottenham, VIC

Full-Time/Casual

Afternoon Shift | 2:30 PM Start- Load Out

Immediate Start Available

About the Role

Somerville Retail Services Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced and reliable Forklift Driver to join our busy warehouse and distribution team in Tottenham, Victoria.

This role is ideal for a motivated individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining safe and efficient warehouse operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for loading and unloading vehicles, stock movement, and supporting daily warehouse activities to ensure customer orders are delivered accurately and on time.

What You'll Be Doing

• Safely operate forklifts to load and unload trucks and containers.
• Move stock efficiently throughout the warehouse and storage areas.
• Pick, stage, and prepare orders for dispatch.
• Perform routine pre-start forklift inspections and equipment checks.
• Maintain accurate stock movement records and documentation.
• Assist with inventory control and stock management activities.
• Follow all workplace health, safety, and warehouse procedures.
• Support general warehouse operations as required.
• Work collaboratively with the warehouse team to meet daily operational targets.

What We're Looking For

• Current LF Forklift License.
• Minimum 2 years' forklift experience in a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment.
• Experience loading and unloading trucks.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Full-time/ Casual employment with a stable and growing company.
• Afternoon shift commencing at 2:30 PM.
• Supportive team environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Career progression opportunities within the business.

About Us

Somerville Retail Services Pty Ltd is a trusted provider of warehousing, storage, and distribution services across Australia. We are committed to delivering exceptional service to our customers while maintaining a workplace culture built on teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.

If you are an experienced forklift operator looking for a long-term opportunity with a reputable company, we would love to hear from you.