Forklift Operator

SCT Logistics; Australia; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Parental leave top-up

Novated leasing and salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

SCT Logistics is seeking a full-time Forklift Operator to join our Barnawartha team on day shift, 7:30am-3:30pm, with overtime. Duties include loading/unloading, restraining loads, palletising, and general warehouse tasks. A medical and background check are required. Immediate start available.

The role offers a permanent position with opportunities for overtime and career growth within Australia’s largest privately owned rail and freight logistics company.

Qualifications

• Current LF High Risk Work license.
• Experience operating a forklift in a transit warehouse.
• Knowledge and experience with load restraint procedures.
• Knowledge of Chain of Responsibility.
• Team player.
• Reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks, trailers, containers, and rail wagons.
• Sort and check freight against customer delivery paperwork.
• Restrain loads as per the National Load Restraint Guide.
• Palletise and pack loads.
• Handle general and non standard freight.
• Counterbalance forklift operation.
• Heavy lifting and dunnage duties.
• Secure loads in a safe manner as per requirements.
• Perform vehicle pre-start checks.
• Report all damage, freight and shortages via the reporting process.
• General housekeeping of trailers, wagons and SCT premises.
• Comply with Warehouse Traffic Management Plan.

Skills

LF High Risk Work license

Forklift operation

Load restraint procedures

Chain of Responsibility

Team player

Reliable and punctual

Job description

Job Category: Logistics, Supply & Transport

Company Description

SCT Logistics is Australia’s largest privately owned rail and freight logistics company, delivering end-to-end supply chain solutions across road, rail, and warehousing. With over 50 years of experience, we operate a national intermodal network and offer tailored services including cold and ambient storage and specialised freight handling.

Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we’re committed to safety, innovation, and creating a supportive environment where our team can grow and thrive.

Why SCT?
At SCT we offer a collaborative and inclusive work culture that is built on; Safety, Passion, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork. We understand that our values enable us to better understand and serve our customers, attract top talent (like you) and innovate successfully.
Along with a competitive remuneration package we also offer:

• Development and growth opportunities
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Programs
• Flexible working arrangements
• Top up of government paid parental leave for the first six weeks
• Novated leasing and salary packaging
• 24/7 Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite car park
• Dress for your day policy

To learn more about these initiatives please visit our Careers Page

Job Description

We are currently seeking a full time Forklift Operator to join our Barnawartha team on day shift, working from 7:30am-3:30pm with overtime available.

Dutiesinclude however are not limited to the below tasks:

• Load and unload of trucks, trailers, containers, and rail wagons
• Sort and check freight against customer delivery paperwork
• Restrain loads as per the National Load Restraint Guide
• Palletise and pack loads
• Handle general and non standard freight
• Counterbalance forklift operation
• Heavy lifting and dunnage duties
• Securing and restraining loads in a safe manner as per operational requirements
• Perform vehicle pre-start checks
• Report all damage freight and shortages via the exception reporting process
• Perform general housekeeping of trailers, wagons and SCT’s premises
• Complying with the Warehouse Traffic Management Plan 
• Ensure compliance with all of SCT ……… 

Desired Skills and Experience

Desired Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Current LF High Risk Work license.
• Experience operating a Forklift in a transit warehouse
• Knowledge & experience with load restraint procedures.
• Knowledge of Chain of Responsibility
• Team player
• Reliable and punctual

In return we offer a competitive hourly rate of $31.81 per hour with consistent hours and overtime available. This is a permanent position working Monday to Friday with immediate start available.

Please note that a medical assessment and background check is required and part of SCT Logistics recruitment process.