Forklift Operator

Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ – Brisbane QLD is seeking experienced Forklift Operators for a busy Richlands manufacturing site. Working with steel roofing, walling products and sheet metal, you will load, unload, move stock and support production in a fast-paced environment.

This casual/temporary role offers day shifts, ongoing work with potential for a permanent position, a modern facility with quality equipment and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• LF Forklift Licence required.
• Experience operating forklifts in manufacturing or warehouse environments preferred.
• Ability to handle long or oversized loads safely.
• Commitment to day shifts and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move steel coils, sheet metal and finished products.
• Load and unload trucks with steel and oversized materials.
• Assist production by moving materials to and from machinery.
• Secure loads with strapping and load restraints.
• Load steel coils onto production equipment.
• Operate gantry cranes, with training provided.
• Collaborate with production and dispatch to meet daily targets.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

LF Forklift Licence

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Physical fitness

Job description

Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ – Brisbane QLD

Casual/Temporary

11h ago , from Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ

Join a leading Australian manufacturing business offering stable work, great team culture, and long-term career opportunities.

What's on Offer?

• Monday to Friday day shift hours
• Ongoing full-time work with the potential for long-term stability
• Opportunity to transition into a permanent role
• Join a reputable Australian manufacturing business
• Supportive team with a strong focus on workplace safety
• Work in a modern facility with quality equipment
• Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities

Available Shift:

• Day Shift: Monday to Friday, 6am and 7am Start time
• 8-hour shift

The Role

Due to ongoing growth, we're seeking experienced ForkliftOperatorstojoin a busy Richlands manufacturing facility.
Working primarily with steel roofing, walling products and sheet metal materials, you'll play a key role in loading, unloading, moving stock, and supporting production operations in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating forklifts to move steel coils, sheet metal and finished products
• Loading and unloading trucks with steel and oversized materials
• Assisting production by moving materials to and from machinery
• Securing loads with strapping and load restraints
• Loading steel coils onto production equipment
• Operating gantry cranes, with training provided
• Working with production and dispatch teams to meet daily targets
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Current LF Forklift Licence
• Previous experience operating forklifts in manufacturing, transport, warehouse, yard, or steel environments
• Experience handling long-length, oversized, or awkward loads
• Knowledge of load restraint and safe loading practices
• Strong focus on safety and teamwork
• Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on duties
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to day shift work