Forklift Operator

The Boat Works; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time hours

Competitive pay

Supportive team culture

Australian-family-owned

Job summary

The Boat Works is seeking a skilled forklift operator to join our team on the Gold Coast. You will support daily site operations, assist with vessel movements, materials handling and waste management across our busy Boatyard & Superyacht Yard.

This role offers full-time hours, a competitive pay rate based on experience, and a supportive team culture within a rapidly growing, Australian-family-owned marine business.

Qualifications

• Current forklift licence — essential.
• Experience operating forklifts in a busy industrial environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Reliable work ethic and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and team-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts across the facility.
• Assist with vessel movements and materials handling.
• Support general boatyard and site operations.
• Assist with waste management and site cleanliness.
• Maintain a safe, organised and efficient work environment.
• Work collaboratively with the wider operations team.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Job description

The Boat Works is seeking a skilled, motivated and safety-focused Forklift Operator to join our dynamic team in the heart of the Gold Coast Marine Precinct.

About the Role

Working across our busy Boatyard & Superyacht Yard, you will support daily site operations, including support of vessel movements, materials handling and general yard activities.

The position also involves assisting with day-to-day waste management and operating a range of site equipment to help maintain a clean, efficient and safe working environment.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work and thrives in a fast-paced marine environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts across the facility
• Assist with vessel movements and materials handling
• Support general boatyard and site operations
• Assist with waste management and site cleanliness
• Maintain a safe, organised and efficient work environment
• Work collaboratively with the wider operations team

What We’re Looking For

• Current forklift licence — essential
• Experience operating forklifts in a busy industrial environment
• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• Reliable work ethic and attention to detail
• Positive attitude and team-focused mindset

What’s on Offer

• Full-time hours
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Supportive team culture
• Join a rapidly growing, Australian-family-owned marine business