Forklift Operator / Skilled Labourer New

ManpowerGroup; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup in Derrimut, VIC is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Skilled Labourer for a short-term assignment that starts immediately. The role combines forklift operation with dismantling and general labouring in a warehouse setting.

You will operate 3.5T and 4.5T Hyster counterbalance forklifts, load waste materials into skips, and use hand/power tools to dismantle timber structures while maintaining strict safety procedures.

Qualifications

• LF Forklift Licence is required.
• Experience operating counterbalance forklifts.
• Experience with 3.5T–4.5T forklifts.
• Ability to perform physically demanding labouring duties.
• Strong safety awareness and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate 3.5T and 4.5T Hyster counterbalance forklifts.
• Load waste materials into industrial skips.
• Dismantle timber structures with hand and power tools.
• Remove bolts, brackets and fixings as required.
• Cut and prepare materials for disposal.
• Perform general labouring and site clean-up duties.
• Follow safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Forklift operation

Labouring

Safety awareness

Reliable transport

Excellent attendance

Tools

3.5T/4.5T Hyster forklifts

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Forklift Operator / Skilled Labourer

Derrimut VIC | $35.50 per Hour + Super | Weekly Pay | Immediate Start

Manpower is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Skilled Labourer for a short-term assignment with a leading global supplier of premium architectural and design surface products. The company is renowned for manufacturing and distributing innovative surfaces used in residential, commercial and architectural projects worldwide.

This role offers Monday to Friday, 6:30am-2:30pm hours and is expected to run for a minimum of 1 week, with the possibility of extension (though not guaranteed).

What's on Offer?

• $35.50 per hour + super
• Weekly pay
• Monday-Friday roster (6:30am-2:30pm)
• Immediate start available
• Safe and supportive work environment
• Potential for assignment extension

About the Role

This is a hands-on position combining forklift operation and labouring duties. While forklift work is required, the majority of the role involves dismantling and disposing of timber framing, pallets and warehouse materials.

Key duties include:

• Operating 3.5T and 4.5T Hyster counterbalance forklifts
• Loading waste materials into industrial skips
• Using hand and power tools to dismantle timber structures
• Removing bolts, brackets and fixings
• Cutting and preparing materials for disposal
• General labouring and site clean-up duties
• Following safety procedures at all times

About You

To be successful, you will have:

• Current LF Forklift Licence
• Proven counterbalance forklift experience
• Confidence operating larger forklifts (3.5T-4.5T)
• Experience using hand and power tools
• Strong awareness of workplace safety
• Ability to perform physically demanding labouring duties
• Reliable transport and excellent attendance