Forklift Operator & Yard Labourer – Steel Manufacturing

Workhorse Staffing; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Afternoon shift

Long-term employment

Established manufacturing operation

Hands-on work across factory and yard

Job summary

Workhorse Staffing is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator/Labourer for a full-time permanent role in a busy steel manufacturing environment. You will move steel, assist with production and support day-to-day factory operations.

The role starts in Cleveland with a planned relocation to Stapylton around Dec 2026/Jan 2027; candidates must be comfortable travelling between sites during the transition and committing to long-term employment.

Qualifications

• Current forklift licence and proven safe operating history.
• Experience in manufacturing, steel or industrial environments is highly regarded.
• Experience with general labouring and material handling.
• Ability to read and interpret workshop drawings.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to move steel and materials throughout the production process.
• Assist with loading, unloading and moving materials around the factory and yard.
• Perform general labouring duties to support production requirements.
• Operate production machinery, including cropper machines, where required.
• Assist with marking, drilling and cutting steel.
• Support paint bay operations.
• Follow workshop drawings and plans to ensure work is completed accurately.
• Collaborate with the production team to meet schedules and targets.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Follow WHS procedures and report hazards or incidents.

Skills

Forklift licence

Manufacturing experience

General labouring

Read workshop drawings

Team player

Safety mindset

White Card

Good communication

Job description

Workhorse Staffing is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator/Labourer for a full-time permanent role in a busy steel manufacturing environment. You will move steel, assist with production and support day-to-day factory operations.

The role starts in Cleveland with a planned relocation to Stapylton around Dec 2026/Jan 2027; candidates must be comfortable travelling between sites during the transition and committing to long-term employment.