Forklift Operator & Packer | Cairns | Immediate Start

Workfast; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Workfast is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Pick Packer to join our Cairns team. You will safely operate forklifts in yard and warehouse, load and unload trucks, and perform pick packing and general manual handling.

We offer an ongoing casual role with immediate start, Monday to Friday 8:00am–4:00pm, with potential transition to permanent after 3 months. A current forklift licence and reliable transport are required.

Qualifications

• Current Forklift Licence is required.
• 1–2 years forklift operating experience preferred.
• Reliable transport to and from work.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided/required.
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks.
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating forklifts in a yard and warehouse environment.
• Loading and unloading trucks.
• Pick packing and general manual handling.
• Assisting team members and following instructions from the site manager/foreman.
• Ensuring all work is carried out in line with Workplace Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual handling

Teamwork

Education

Forklift Licence

Job description

Workfast is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Pick Packer to join our Cairns team. You will safely operate forklifts in yard and warehouse, load and unload trucks, and perform pick packing and general manual handling.

We offer an ongoing casual role with immediate start, Monday to Friday 8:00am–4:00pm, with potential transition to permanent after 3 months. A current forklift licence and reliable transport are required.