Forklift Operator

Manpower Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start available

Permanent position after 3 months

Stable and growing business

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Manpower Australia in Epping is seeking an experienced Warehouse Storeperson / Forklift Operator for a busy distribution site, offering a long-term temp-to-perm pathway.

You will balance pick packing with forklift duties, in a Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm schedule, with a chance to secure permanent employment after three months. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• LF forklift licence is required.
• At least 12 months counterbalance forklift experience.
• High Reach forklift experience is a plus.
• Experience using RF scanners.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Pick packing, dispatch and general warehouse duties.
• Operate Counterbalance and High Reach forklifts.
• Use RF scanners to pick orders.
• Prepare and dispatch orders accurately and on time.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Stock replenishment and inventory control.

Skills

LF forklift licence

Counterbalance forklift

High Reach forklift

RF scanner experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Punctual

Job description

Warehouse Storeperson / Forklift Operator | Epping | Temp to Perm Opportunity

$ Competitive Rates + Ongoing role

Manpower is currently seeking an experienced Warehouse Storeperson / Forklift Operator for a busy and well-established distribution business based in Epping. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on warehouse role and is looking for a long-term temp-to-permanent position.

Working Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm, this role offers stability, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to secure a permanent position after 3 months.

About the Role

This is a primarily warehouse-based position, with approximately:

• 80% Pick Packing, Dispatch & General Warehouse Duties
• 20% Forklift Operation (Counterbalance & High Reach)

Your duties will include:

• Picking and packing customer orders using RF scanners
• Preparing and dispatching orders accurately and on time
• Loading and unloading trucks
• Operating Counterbalance and High Reach forklifts
• Stock replenishment and stock movements
• Assisting with stock takes and inventory control
• General warehouse housekeeping
• Adhering to all workplace health and safety procedures

What We're Looking For

To be successful, you will have:

• Current LF Forklift Licence
• Minimum 12 months Counterbalance forklift experience
• High Reach forklift experience (highly regarded)
• Previous warehouse, pick packing or dispatch experience
• Experience using RF scanners
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to lift up to 20kg when required
• Reliable attendance and a positive work ethic
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

What's on Offer?

• Monday to Friday roster
• 8:00am - 4:00pm shifts
• Opportunity to go permanent after 3 months
• Stable and growing business
• Supportive team environment
• Immediate start available

150 Character SEEK Summary:

Warehouse Storeperson/Forklift Operator needed in Epping. Mon-Fri 8am-4pm. Pick packing, dispatch & forklift work. Temp-perm opportunity.