Forklift Operator - PM Shift (Linehaul Loading)

Followmont Transport Pty Ltd; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 39 000 - 50 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Generous overtime

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive team environment

Resumo da oferta

Followmont Transport Pty Ltd in Sydney is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join the afternoon team. You will be responsible for loading linehaul trailers accurately, safely, and on time to ensure freight leaves on schedule.

This is not an entry-level role; you should already know how to build a strong, well-balanced linehaul load, work well under pressure, and be a reliable team player on the dock.

Qualificações

• At least 4-5 years of experience loading linehaul trucks.
• Current High Risk Work Licence - Forklift (LF).
• Strong understanding of load restraint, weight distribution and axle loading.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under time pressure.

Responsabilidades

• Load and unload linehaul trailers to meet departure times.
• Plan and build safe, efficient loads maximizing space and weight use.
• Restrain loads per chain of responsibility and load restraint rules.
• Handle general and palletised freight, including heavy items and odd shapes.
• Check freight against manifests and paperwork; report discrepancies.
• Keep the dock clean, safe and organized.
• Collaborate with the shift supervisor, linehaul drivers and dock team.

Conhecimentos

Forklift operation

Linehaul loading

Safety compliance

Time management

Team player

Ferramentas

LF - High Risk Work Licence Forklift

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About Followmont Transport

Followmont Transport is a family-owned transport and logistics business. We're proud of our people and the "Followmont family" culture we've built across our depots. Our Sydney operation keeps growing, and we're looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to join our afternoon team.

About the role

You’ll work the PM shift at our Sydney depot. Your main job is loading linehaul trucks accurately, safely and on time so our freight leaves on schedule. This isn't an entry-level role. We need someone who already knows how to build a strong, well-balanced linehaul load.

What you’ll be doing

• Loading and unloading linehaul trailers (B-doubles and semi-trailers) to meet departure times
• Planning and building safe, secure loads that make the best use of space and weight
• Restraining loads correctly, in line with Chain of Responsibility and load restraint requirements
• Handling general and palletised freight, including heavy items and odd shapes
• Checking freight against manifests and connote paperwork, and reporting damage or discrepancies
• Keeping the dock clean, safe and organised
• Working closely with the shift supervisor, linehaul drivers and the dock team

What we’re looking for

• At least 4-5 years of experience loading linehaul trucks (essential)
• A current High Risk Work Licence - Forklift (LF)
• A strong understanding of load restraint, weight distribution and axle loading
• The ability to work quickly and accurately under time pressure
• A commitment to safety on every shift
• Reliability and punctuality, and willingness to work overtime when needed
• Good communication skills and a team-player attitude
• The right to work in Australia

What’s in it for you

• Monday to Friday, 3:00 pm start, so your weekends are free
• Generous overtime
• Competitive hourly rate
• A supportive team environment with long-term job security
• Real career opportunities in a growing company

Applicants may need to complete a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol test, and a police check.