Forklift Operator Pittsworth, QLD

McLean Farms; Pittsworth; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Leave

4 weeks annual leave

Ongoing training

Employee Assistance Program

Reward and Recognition Program

Job summary

McLean Farms in Pittsworth, QLD is seeking reliable team members for a full-time warehouse and production support role. You will help move and store goods, operate forklifts, and assist with loading, unloading, and inventory tasks to keep our supply chain running smoothly.

Shifts run on a rotating 7-day fortnight roster, with duties from 5:30am to 5:00pm and weekend coverage every second weekend. A Forklift Licence and basic computer literacy are required, along with a positive, team-oriented

Qualifications

• Must have Forklift Licence.
• Basic computer literacy is required.
• Team-oriented, reliable and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load/unload goods and move stock.
• Deliver and move finished products, packaging or materials to designated areas.
• Perform general warehouse duties including palletising and inventory movement.
• Assist Production Attendants with materials and tasks as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer literacy

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Proudly owned by Australian Farmers

About Us

McLean Farms is a world-class egg producer, combining strong family values with advanced technology. With a legacy spanning over 74 years, our impact extends across the local community, the Australian egg industry, and the broader national food sector. For over three generations, we have remained committed to ethical and sustainable farming practices, continually innovating to set new industry benchmarks.

About The Role

We’re currently seeking reliable and motivated team members to join our operations at McLean Farms in Pittsworth. This is a full-time role, working on a rotating 7-day fortnight roster that includes every second weekend. Shifts are scheduled between 5:30am and 5:00pm, depending on daily operational needs.

In this hands-on role, you’ll support the movement and handling of goods across our warehouse and production areas. You'll play an important part in maintaining the efficiency of our supply chain and ensuring products are where they need to be, when they need to be there.

Key Responsibilities

• Operation of forklifts to assist with loading and unloading of goods, pallets, and stock
• Delivery of finished products, packaging, or materials to designated areas
• General warehouse duties including palletising and inventory movement
• Assisting Production Attendants with materials and tasks as required

What You’ll Bring

• A valid Forklift Licence
• Basic computer literacy
• A positive, 'Can Do' attitude and the ability to work cooperatively in a team
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
• High level of attention to detail and accountability for your work
• Sound literacy and numeracy skills

What We Offer

• Additional Birthday Leave on top of your 4 weeks annual leave
• Comprehensive, ongoing training provided
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Reward and Recognition Program

Why McLean Farms?

At McLean Farms, we believe in supporting our team members' growth and development. You will be part of a proactive, industry-leading business that values work-life balance, team collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to make a difference and contribute to a thriving agricultural environment, we want to hear from you! Join us in ensuring the highest standards of biosecurity and animal welfare in poultry farming.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

You must not have any birds, pigs or poultry at home, and you must not regularly come into contact with birds, pigs or poultry in order to work at McLean Farms.

Please ensure that you have read the Bio-Security Document on the right-hand side.

To proceed with employment shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a Pre-employment functional assessment and Drug and Alcohol testing.