Forklift Operator - Cold Storage (Day Shift)

Randstad Pty; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

Randstad Pty is seeking motivated Cold Storage Forklift Operators in Derrimut, VIC. You will work in refrigerated environments as low as -22°C, operating counterbalance forklifts and managing loads with accuracy.

Morning shifts are available with consistent hours and clear pathways to ongoing work for high-performing candidates. Responsibilities include pre-start checks, documentation, WHS compliance, and load tracking to ensure efficient dispatch.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years hands-on experience in chilled/frozen environments with HACCP standards
• Experience operating counterbalance forklifts and handling rapid load turnarounds
• Ability to fill out and audit load sheets accurately
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to stay calm under peak dispatch
• Flexibility to work varying shifts and maintain punctuality and diligence

Responsibilities

• Safely operates counterbalance forklifts to load, unload, and stage goods; secures trailer loads with strapping.
• Works in temperature-controlled environments, including deep freezers at -22°C.
• Performs daily pre-start checks on machinery to ensure safety and compliance.
• Completes load sheets, manifests, and inventory logs for accurate tracking.
• Adheres to WHS protocols and maintains housekeeping across packing stations and docks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pre-start checks

Load sheets

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Job description

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.

What We Are Looking For

• Cold Chain & HACCP Experience: A minimum of 2 to 3 years of hands-on experience working within chilled, frozen, or food-safe environments subject to strict HACCP standards.
• Proven Machinery & Logistics Skills: Strong experience operating counterbalance forklifts, conducting systematic pre-start checks, and handling rapid turnarounds on loading docks.
• Administrative Accuracy: Demonstrated confidence and diligence in filling out and auditing physical and digital load sheets.
• Composure & Problem-Solving: Ability to think critically on your feet, solve operational bottlenecks quickly, and stay calm and focused under pressure during peak dispatch periods.
• Adaptability & Work Ethic: High level of flexibility to adjust to changing shift demands and operational schedules, backed by a strong work ethic, exceptional punctuality, and sharp attention to detail.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

Qualifications

• Current LF License
• Rights to work in Australia
• Min 2 - 3 years experience operating forklifts and working in chilled environments
• HACCP experience
• Know how to complete load sheets