Forklift Operator: Local Freight (Path to Permanent)

Local Freight; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Local Freight is seeking a capable forklift operator for a long-term, full-time casual role in Queensland. The position offers a pathway to full-time permanent employment, with work primarily Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays.

The role focuses on safe freight handling, accurate manifesting, and efficient loading/unloading of diverse freight. The successful candidate will hold a current forklift licence, demonstrate practical forklift skills, and have a good understanding of payloads and

Qualifications

• Must hold a current forklift licence and demonstrate safe, practical forklift operation.
• Experience loading/unloading palletised general freight.
• Solid understanding of axle weights, payloads and load distribution.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload a range of palletised general freight.
• Build blended loads to maximise payloads while maintaining safe distribution.
• Load/unload mezzanine-floor trailers, linehaul trailers and local vehicles.
• Manifest freight, restrain loads and maintain accurate loading processes.
• Follow safe operating procedures and company policies at all times.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety conscious

Load distribution knowledge

Team player

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Local Freight is seeking a capable forklift operator for a long-term, full-time casual role in Queensland. The position offers a pathway to full-time permanent employment, with work primarily Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays.

The role focuses on safe freight handling, accurate manifesting, and efficient loading/unloading of diverse freight. The successful candidate will hold a current forklift licence, demonstrate practical forklift skills, and have a good understanding of payloads and