Forklift Operator Tuesday to Saturday

Followmont Transport; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Weekly retention allowance

Overtime penalties on Saturday shifts

In-house training and licences

Career progression

Free on-site parking

Annual leave and personal leave entitl

Employee discounts, health fund & well

Employee recognition program

Job summary

Followmont Transport is seeking experienced Forklift Operators to join our Brisbane Operations team at Eagle Farm on a permanent Full-Time basis. There are two AM forklift positions available on two rosters: Monday–Friday 7:00am–3:06pm and Tuesday–Saturday 7:00am–3:06pm (with 6:00am–2:06pm on Saturdays).

The roles involve loading/unloading general freight, safe forklift operation, and adhering to safety procedures while keeping freight moving across our network.

Qualifications

• Current LF Forklift Licence required.
• Experience with counter-balance forklifts in transport/warehousing preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol screen and criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts in a busy transport environment.
• Load and unload general freight from trucks and trailers.
• Ensure freight is placed in correct zones to minimise misdirects.
• Brace/secure freight as required.
• Collaborate with the operations team to keep freight moving smoothly.
• Adhere to site safety procedures and operational requirements.

Skills

LF Forklift Licence

Counter-balance forklift experience

Job description

Followmont Transport is looking for experienced Forklift Operators to join our Brisbane Operations team at Eagle Farm on a permanent Full-Time basis.

We currently have two Full-Time AM Forklift positions available, with one vacancy on each roster:

• Monday to Friday | 7:00am–3:06pm
• Tuesday to Saturday | 7:00am–3:06pm & 6:00am - 2:06pm (Saturday)

Followmont Transport is looking for experienced Forklift Operators to join our Brisbane Operations team at Eagle Farm on a permanent Full-Time basis.

We currently have two Full-Time AM Forklift positions available, with one vacancy on each roster:

• Monday to Friday | 7:00am–3:06pm
• Tuesday to Saturday | 7:00am–3:06pm & 6:00am - 2:06pm (Saturday)

These roles play an important part in keeping freight moving safely and efficiently across our network, with a strong focus on loading and unloading general freight from trucks and trailers.

What You'll Be Doing

• Safely operating forklifts in a busy transport environment
• Loading and unloading general freight from body trucks and trailers
• Ensuring freight is placed in the correct zones to minimise misdirects
• Strapping and securing freight where required
• Working closely with the operations team to keep freight moving efficiently
• Following all site safety procedures and operational requirements

What You'll Need

• Current LF Forklift Licence
• Previous counter-balance forklift experience, ideally within transport, freight or warehousing
• Experience loading and unloading body trucks and trailers highly regarded
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail
• Reliable and able to work consistently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol screen and criminal history check

What's In It for You?

• Permanent Full-Time employment with guaranteed hours
• Weekly retention allowance in addition to your base rate
• Overtime available and weekend penalties on Saturday shifts
• In-house training and opportunities to obtain additional licences
• Career progression within a growing transport business
• Free on-site parking
• Annual leave and personal leave entitlements
• Employee discounts, health fund savings and wellbeing support
• Employee recognition and reward program

Location: 45 Taylor Place, Eagle Farm QLD 4009

Please note, due to the volume of applications received, only applicants selected to progress will be contacted.

Followmont Transport is a passionate family business 100% dedicated to service and maintaining hands-on relationships with our customers, people and suppliers.

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