Forklift Operator

Infrabuild; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Health insurance discount

Employee discounts

Novated leasing

Wellbeing support

Career development

Job summary

InfraBuild Recycling is seeking a Forklift Operator at our Unanderra site. You will load/unload trucks, operate forklifts, and maintain cleanliness in a fast-paced yard while performing daily checks on mobile plant and adhering to safety procedures.

This permanent day shift offers a structured schedule from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with a pay rate of $34.03 per hour. Join a team focused on sustainability and reliable operations in Australia’s steel recycling sector.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence is essential.
• Experience in scrap recycling, construction or manufacturing is highly advantageous.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced yard environment.
• A positive mindset with a general willingness to learn.
• Passion for working as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading trucks.
• Operating forklifts and performing manual handling tasks.
• Maintaining cleanliness in the yard and operational areas.
• Conducting daily checks on mobile plant.
• Adhering to safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Forklift licence

Scrap recycling experience

Construction/manufacturing experience

Team collaboration

Job description

About the role

Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across Infrabuild.

Based at our InfraBuild Recycling Unanderra site, the Forklift Operator will perform a range of operating duties within the metal recycling yard.

What you will be doing:

• Loading and unloading trucks
• Operating forklifts and performing manual handling tasks
• Maintaining cleanliness in the yard and operational areas
• Conducting daily checks on mobile plant
• Adhering to safety procedures at all times

This is a permanent day shift role with hours from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Pay rate for this role is $34.03 per hour.

Primary Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:

• Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies)
• Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
• Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle
• Flexible vehicle options - Novated leasing options available, providing a tax-effective way to finance and manage your vehicle
• Support when you need it - Confidential counselling and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Sonder, available to you and your immediate family
• Invest in your development - Access to learning platforms and development opportunities to support your career growth

What you will bring:

• Forklift licence is essential
• Experience in scrap recycling, construction or manufacturing is highly advantageous
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced yard environment
• A positive mindset with a general willingness to learn
• Passion for working as part of a collaborative team

Why join us?

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

• Work with a greater purpose - join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.
• Work well, live better - experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.
• Build your own future - grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.

About us:

InfraBuild Recycling collects and processes scrap to supply our steelmaking operations and global markets.

With a national network of sites, we play a critical role in Australia’s circular steel system, turning scrap into new steel and supporting more efficient, lower embodied carbon construction.

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Your diversity helps us create more sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia’s future.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.