Forklift Operator/Yard Hand

WorkPac Group; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term work

Reputable company

Room for progression

Job summary

WorkPac Group in Morayfield, QLD, is hiring a Yard Hand/Forklift Operator for a Monday–Friday, 5am–1pm shift. Immediate start in a long-term role with potential to move into a permanent position.

You will load steel onto trucks and pallets, operate a forklift, pack products per order sheets, and keep the factory clean. A High Risk forklift ticket, a valid driver’s license, and reliable transport are required.

Qualifications

• Valid High Risk Forklift ticket.
• Driver's license and reliable transport.
• Physically fit and able to pass PEM/DA.
• Experience with steel loading is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Load steel onto trucks using forklift.
• Load steel onto pallets by hand and forklift.
• Pack products per order sheet.
• Operate machines to manufacture reinforcing bars.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the factory.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual handling

Driver's license

Physically fit

PEM/DA pass

Job description

• $38/hour (base rate) overtime paid at penalty rates
• Immediate start in a long-term role
• Ability to move into a permanent position

About our client

Our client is the original supplier of steel reinforcement to the Australian construction industry. Proudly Australian since 1920, all of their steel products remain 100% Australian made with international quality assurance and compliance with Australian standards.

What you will be doing

They are currently seeking a Yard Hand/Forklift Operator, to join their team out of their Morayfield yard. This is a Monday Friday position, working 5am to 1pm. You will be responsible for the following duties;

• Loading steel onto trucks using the forklift
• Loading steel onto pallets by hand and also forklift
• Packing products (mainly steel) as per an order sheet
• Operate machines to manufacture reinforcing bars
• Maintain cleanliness of the factory

What you will need

• Drivers Licence + reliable transport
• High Risk Forklift Ticket
• Physically Fit
• Ability to pass a PEM/D&A

Whats in it for you?

• Long-term work
• Work for a reputable company
• Room for progression

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.