forklift operator - cold storage (day shift)

HR Partners; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Partners is seeking motivated forklift drivers to join our Derrimut team. You will operate counterbalance forklifts in a refrigerated environment, with temperatures down to -22°C, ensuring safe and efficient movement of goods.

Multiple morning shifts available (5:00am start) and ongoing opportunities for high performers. This role offers consistent hours and a clear pathway to longer‑term work within our leading logistics operation.

Qualifications

• Experience operating counterbalance forklifts in a logistics setting.
• Able to work in refrigerated environments up to -22°C.
• Willing to work varied morning shifts Monday to Sunday.

Responsibilities

• Operate counterbalance forklifts for loading, unloading and staging of goods.
• Perform put-aways and secure trailer loads with manual strapping as required.
• Work in temperature-controlled environments, including deep freezers at -22°C.
• Complete load sheets, manifests and inventory logs for accurate tracking.
• Adhere to WHS protocols and maintain housekeeping across stations and docks.

Skills

Forklift ops

Safety awareness

Documentation

Pre-start checks

Cold storage

Job description

We are seeking motivated and skilled forklift drivers to join our team. You will be working in refrigerated environments as cold as (-22) ensuring a smooth forklift operation in a leading logistics company located in Derrimut. Multiple positions and shifts available Morning , Monday - Sunday. These positions offer consistent hours with a strong pathway to ongoing work for high-performing candidates.

Role: Cold Storage Forklift Operator

Pay Rate: $37.01 - $45.89 per hour + super

Morning Shifts:

• 5:00am - 1:00pm (Monday - Friday)

About the Role

We are seeking motivated and skilled forklift drivers to join our team. You will be working in refrigerated environments as cold as (-22) ensuring a smooth forklift operation in a leading logistics company located in Derrimut. Multiple positions and shifts available Morning , Monday - Sunday. These positions offer consistent hours with a strong pathway to ongoing work for high-performing candidates.

Role: Cold Storage Forklift Operator

Location: Derrimut, VIC

Pay Rate: $37.01 - $45.89 per hour + super

Available Shift times

Morning Shifts:

• 5:00am - 1:00pm (Monday - Friday)
• 5:00am - 1:00pm (Wednesday - Sunday)

Key Responsibilities

• Forklift Operations & Freight Handling: Safely operates counterbalance forklifts to handle loading, unloading, and staging of goods. Performs put-aways and secures trailer loads with manual strapping as required.
• Cold Storage Operations: Comfortably works in temperature-controlled environments, including high-volume chilled facilities and deep freezers with temperatures dropping as low as -22°C.
• Pre-Start & Safety Inspections: Conducts daily pre-start checks on all machinery and equipment prior to shift start to ensure full operational compliance.
• Documentation & Load Tracking: Accurately completes load sheets, manifest paperwork, and inventory logs to maintain precise tracking and chain of custody.
• WHS & Housekeeping: Strictly adheres to Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) protocols. Maintains high standards of daily housekeeping across packing stations, loading docks, and storage aisles to ensure a safe, hazard-free workplace.