Forklift Operator

Rashi Joshi; Canberra; On-site; AUD 44,083 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Go permanent

Overtime available

Job summary

Fyshwick, ACT: A national plasterboard supply company is seeking experienced forklift operators to join a close-knit team.

Responsibilities include operating forklift safely, loading/unloading deliveries, stocktake, and assisting customers with warehouse pickups; WHS compliance and manual handling.

The role offers full-time ongoing work with overtime and an above-award pay rate of $36 per hour.

Qualifications

• Forklift license with demonstratable experience in a similar role.
• Current White Card, Asbestos Awareness and Silica Awareness preferred but not essential.
• This role requires strenuous manual handling tasks and physical capability.
• Up-to-date resume including licenses.

Responsibilities

• Operate the forklift in a safe and professional manner
• Load and unload deliveries from trucks
• Assist with stock take and order picking
• Assist customers with pick up orders in the warehouse
• Maintain safe manual handling processes and comply with WHS practices

Skills

Forklift license

Physical fitness

Job description

A national plasterboard supply company is seeking experienced forklift operators to work with their close-knit team in Fyshwick. Due to a significant increase in demand for their products, they’re experiencing a higher volume of orders, and are seeking forklift operators to help manage the increased workload and ensure timely and efficient operations.

Your new role

• Operate the forklift in a safe and professional manner
• Load and unload deliveries from trucks
• Assist with stock take and order picking
• Assist customers with pick up orders in the warehouse
• Maintain safe manual handling processes and comply with all WHS practices

What you’ll need to succeed

• A forklift license with demonstratable experience in a similar role
• A current White Card, Asbestos Awareness and Silica Awareness card is preferred but not essential
• This role requires you to complete strenuous manual handling tasks, where you’ll need to be physically capable and willing to do so
• An up-to-date resume including your experience and relevant licenses

What you’ll get in return

• An immediate start with a reputable and growing business with an opportunity to go permanent
• Full time ongoing work plus overtime available
• You’ll be paid an above award rate of $36 p/h with all industry allowances and penalties

Location: Fyshwick