Forklift Operator

Team Global Express; Kalgoorlie; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market pay

15% superannuation

Overtime opportunities

Safety-first culture

PPE and uniforms provided

Career development

Job summary

Join Team Global Express in Kalgoorlie as a Forklift Operator. Be part of a supportive team dedicated to safety, teamwork, and career growth while keeping freight moving safely at our busy depot.

This full-time role offers above-market pay, 15% superannuation, overtime, PPE provided, and opportunities for development within a strong safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• Current LF Forklift Licence is required.
• Previous forklift experience in freight, transport, logistics or warehouse.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Reliable with a positive, team-focused attitude.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload freight using a forklift.
• Move, sort and stage freight within the depot.
• Ensure freight is stored and secured correctly.
• Complete scanning and freight documentation accurately.
• Assist with general warehouse and depot duties.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet daily operational requirements.

Skills

LF Forklift Licence

Forklift experience

Safety awareness

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

Title of Role - Forklift operator Salary - $34.0512 + $3 temp all purpose allowance Site – Kalgoorlie Supervisory org - Palletised Express - WA Kalgoorlie (Paul White) Name of General Manager – Trevor Shepard Length of Vacancy - 1 week Current Arrangement (E.g. is there a casual/contractor in place) and if the role is filled what will the plan be going forward (e.g. cost removed) - No contractor Are there any safety concerns if this role is not filled - Fatigue of other staff Is the replacement of this role approved by the EGM (this needs to be in writing once they have all of the above information). Yes Full-Time Permanent Position | Monday to Friday |

Join Team Global Express in Kalgoorlie and become part of a supportive team committed to safety, teamwork, and career growth. We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to help keep freight moving safely and efficiently within our busy depot. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term role with above-market pay, excellent benefits, and ongoing development opportunities.

What's on Offer?

• Full-time permanent employment
• Competitive above-market hourly rate
• 15% superannuation
• Overtime opportunities available
• Strong safety-first culture
• PPE and uniforms provided
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Working Hours Monday to Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Every second Saturday: 2:30am - 7:00/8:00am - penalty rates applies

Key Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload freight using a forklift
• Move, sort and stage freight within the depot
• Ensure freight is stored and secured correctly
• Complete scanning and freight documentation accurately
• Assist with general warehouse and depot duties
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet daily operational requirements

About You

• Current LF Forklift Licence
• Previous forklift experience in a freight, transport, logistics or warehouse environment
• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• Reliable with a positive, team-focused attitude
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Experience with radio communication systems is desirable
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol test, and background checks

Why Join Team Global Express?

At Team Global Express, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive workplace where employees are supported, valued, and encouraged to build long-term careers.

About Team Global Express

Team Global Express (TGE) is an Australian-owned transport and logistics business delivering to Australia and New Zealand. We’re not only transforming our operations but striving towards changing the logistics industry and becoming an Environmental, Social, and Governance leader by 2030. To learn more about our story, visit https://teamglobalexp.com/.

Why TGE

We care about our customers, our people, and our planet. We are always innovating and improving our services. We are driven by passion and purpose, and we never stop.

What we offer

• Competitive salary above industry standards
• Upskilling, training, mentoring and more to support your career development journey
• Fun and practical employee perks and discounts
• Flexible work, including work from home
• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
• Peer recognition awards acknowledge when you go above and beyond.
• An inclusive workplace, works for everyone
• We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply.

Indigenous Recognition

Team Global Express acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia and the Māori, as tangata whenua and Treaty of Waitangi partners in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Company Recognition

TGE is listed as one of LinkedIn’s Top Companies of 2023 and 2024 in Australia.

Connecting people and communities| Driving eCommerce | Moving Australia & New Zealand

With an unrivalled and expansive network, Team Global Express builds unique, innovative, and tailored transport and logistics solutions to connect people, communities, and businesses across Australia and New Zealand. Backed by Allegro Funds, Australia’s most awarded and largest transformation and turnaround private equity firm, we’re looking to the future and working towards new and exciting ways to put our customers’ businesses at the heart of ours.