Forklift Driver / Yard Labourer

Symmetry Human Resources; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm

Meet-and-greet with client

Job summary

Symmetry Human Resources is seeking Forklift Drivers / Yard Labourers for a well-established business in Yatala, QLD. This outdoors role blends approximately 20-30% forklift operation with general yard duties, handling a range of scaffolding and bulky materials.

Expect an active, physical work environment with varied loads and daily challenges. The position offers a genuine temp-to-permanent opportunity, consistent Monday–Friday hours, and an early 3:00pm finish.

Qualifications

• Current Forklift Licence (LF).
• Previous yard labouring or yard hand experience.
• Experience loading and unloading varied or irregular loads.
• Ability to work safely in an outdoor environment.
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling.
• Reliable, punctual and team-focused attitude.
• Leadership experience highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Operating counterbalance forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading construction equipment and materials.
• Organising and maintaining the yard.
• Manual handling of equipment and materials.
• Conducting general yard housekeeping duties.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety-focused

Outdoor work

Punctuality

Job description

Yatala, QLD
$36-$38 per hour + Full Time Opportunity
Monday to Friday | 7:00am - 3:00pm
Join a busy and growing operation in Yatala where no two days are the same. Secure a long-term opportunity loading construction equipment, operating forklifts, and working within a supportive team environment.

About the Role

We are currently seeking Forklift Drivers / Yard Labourers for a well-established business based in Yatala.

This is a hands-on role combining approximately 20-30% forklift operation with general yard duties. You'll be working with a variety of construction-related equipment including scaffolding and other bulky materials, meaning every load presents a new challenge.

This role is primarily based outdoors, making it ideal for candidates who enjoy active, physical work and working in the elements.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating counterbalance forklifts safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading construction equipment and materials
• Organising and maintaining the yard
• Manual handling of equipment and materials
• Supporting daily operational requirements

Yatala, QLD
$36-$38 per hour + Full Time Opportunity
Monday to Friday | 7:00am - 3:00pm
Join a busy and growing operation in Yatala where no two days are the same. Secure a long-term opportunity loading construction equipment, operating forklifts, and working within a supportive team environment.

About the Role

We are currently seeking Forklift Drivers / Yard Labourers for a well-established business based in Yatala.

This is a hands-on role combining approximately 20-30% forklift operation with general yard duties. You'll be working with a variety of construction-related equipment including scaffolding and other bulky materials, meaning every load presents a new challenge.

This role is primarily based outdoors, making it ideal for candidates who enjoy active, physical work and working in the elements.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating counterbalance forklifts safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading construction equipment and materials
• Organising and maintaining the yard
• Manual handling of equipment and materials
• Conducting general yard housekeeping dutiesSupporting daily operational requirements

17th September, 2026

Forklift Drivers / Yard Labourers

What We're Looking For

• Current Forklift Licence (LF)
• Previous yard labouring or yard hand experience
• Experience loading and unloading varied or irregular loads
• Ability to work safely in an outdoor environment
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling
• Reliable, punctual and team-focused attitude
• Leadership experience highly regarded

What's On Offer?

• Competitive hourly rates of $36-$38 per hour
• Consistent Monday to Friday hours
• Early finish every day with a 3:00pm finish
• Variety in your day with different loads and equipment
• Supportive team environment
• Genuine temp-to-permanent opportunity for the right candidate
• Meet and greet with the client prior to commencement