Forklift Operator - Approx $1,500 per week

Work Initiatives; Maitland; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Workfast is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Yard Hand for a busy metal recycling facility in Kooragang, NSW. If you hold a valid LF license and enjoy a fast-paced role with some manual work, we want to hear from you.

This position offers a great pay rate of $37.00/hour plus penalties and super, with day shifts from 7am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, and a strong pipeline of work in a safety-first team environment.

Qualifications

• Valid LF (Forklift) License.
• Experience handling long, heavy, or awkward loads.
• Reliable transport to get to Kooragang.
• Full working rights in Australia.
• Ability to pass a Drug and Alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Operating an LF forklift safely to move, load, and unload metal products.
• Loading and unloading delivery trucks efficiently.
• Assisting with manual handling and general yard duties as required.
• Adhering to all site safety and WHS guidelines.

Skills

LF forklift license

Physical fitness

Attention to safety

Manual handling

Job description

Forklift Operator - Approx $1,500 per week

Workfast is currently seeking an experienced and reliable Forklift Operator / Yard Hand to join our team at a busy Metal Recycling facility in Kooragang.
If you are a skilled LF driver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and isn't afraid of a bit of heavy lifting, we want to hear from you!

What’s on Offer:

Great Pay Rate: $37.00/hour + penalties + super

Consistent Hours: Day shift, Monday to Friday - 7am to 4pm

Stability: Strong pipeline of work

Supportive Team: Work with a great crew in a safety-first environment

Key Responsibilities:

Operating an LF forklift safely to move, load, and unload metal products

Loading and unloading delivery trucks efficiently

Assisting with manual handling and general yard duties as required

Adhering to all site safety and WHS guidelines

What We Are Looking For:

Valid LF (Forklift) License with proven experience (timber or building materials experience is a massive plus!)

Experience handling long, heavy, or awkward loads

Physical fitness and willingness to assist with manual labor when off the forklift

High attention to detail and a strong commitment to workplace safety

Reliable transport to get to Kooragang

Full working rights in Australia

Ability to pass a Drug and Alcohol test

About us

Workfastis a labour-hire company working with some of Australia's largest and leading building companies. We operate in all states of Australia and our employees work in all industries. When you join our team we make sure that you're looked after, paid well and that we follow all Australian Fair Work standards.
Workfastembraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disability. If you have anysupport or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at any time of application.