Forklift Operator

WorkPac; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate $39.50

Overtime opportunities

Weekly pay

Established client

Recruitment support

Job summary

WorkPac in Mackay is seeking a reliable, safety‑focused forklift operator for a Monday to Friday day shift (7:00am–5:00pm) with an immediate start. This Mackay‑based role offers consistent hours, a stable roster, and emphasis on workplace safety and efficiency.

You will operate forklifts in a busy industrial environment, load and unload materials, move stock safely, and assist with general warehouse duties while following site procedures.

Qualifications

• Current High Risk Forklift (LF) Licence
• Previous forklift operating experience
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team
• Reliable transport and a strong work ethic
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening if required

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts in a busy industrial environment
• Load and unload materials
• Move stock safely and efficiently
• Assist with general warehouse and yard duties
• Maintain site safety and procedures

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Job description

Job details

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and safety-focused operator looking for consistent Monday to Friday work with competitive hourly rates.

About the Role

• Monday to Friday roster
• Day shift: 7:00am to 5:00pm
• Immediate start available
• Mackay-based position

What You Will Be Doing

• Operating forklifts in a busy industrial environment
• Loading and unloading materials
• Moving stock safely and efficiently
• Assisting with general warehouse and yard duties as required
• Maintaining a strong commitment to site safety and procedures

What You Will Need

• Current High Risk Forklift (LF) Licence
• Previous forklift operating experience
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team
• Reliable transport and a strong work ethic
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening if required

What's in It for You?

• Competitive flat rate of $39.50 per hour
• Monday to Friday roster with regular overtime opportunities
• Work with a well-established client
• Weekly pay
• Support from the WorkPac recruitment team

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors, including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.