Forklift Operator (Yardperson)

Coates Hire; South Australia; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career progression paths

Employee discounts and benefits

Purchased additional leave program

Employee discounts on equipment hire

Novated leasing and salary sacrifice

Job summary

Coates Hire's Kingston branch is seeking a reliable Forklift Operator to move, load, unload and organise hire equipment in the yard on a full-time basis. You will safely operate forklifts, load portable buildings, coordinate deliveries and returns, and maintain a clean, safe yard.

If you hold a current LF forklift licence and a valid driver's licence, join a supportive team with ongoing training and progression, and enjoy attractive hourly rates with overtime penalties and a Monday–Friday

Qualifications

• Current Forklift Licence (LF) and Driver's Licence (essential).
• Experience loading/unloading large or bulky equipment safely.
• Knowledge of load restraint and safe loading/unloading practices.
• Commitment to safety and following procedures.
• Ability to work in an outdoor yard environment and undertake manual handling.
• Reliable, team-focused attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload portable buildings, equipment and assets using a forklift.
• Coordinate customer deliveries and collections safely and efficiently.
• Conduct load restraint checks and ensure transport safety.
• Prepare outgoing equipment and receive returns per branch processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe yard environment.
• Perform general yard duties including equipment cleaning and presentation.
• Work closely with customers, drivers and branch team members to support daily operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Load restraint knowledge

Safety compliance

Manual handling

Teamwork

Education

Forklift Licence LF

Driver's Licence

Job description

Here's how you'll be a part of our team

• Attractive hourly rates + overtime penalties
• Full-time permanent opportunity
• Monday to Friday roster
• Supportive team environment with ongoing stability

The Forklift Operator position at our Kingston branch plays a critical role in the safe movement, loading, unloading and organisation of hire equipment across the yard.

This position is responsible for operating the forklift and is the primary resource for loading and unloading our portable buildings, ensuring customer deliveries and collections are completed safely and efficiently.

Working in a fast-paced environment, you'll help ensure equipment is ready for customers while maintaining a safe and efficient worksite.

As part of the role, you will:

• Safely load and unload portable buildings, equipment and assets using a forklift.
• Coordinate customer deliveries and collections, ensuring all loading activities are completed safely and efficiently.
• Conduct load restraint checks and ensure equipment is transported safely.
• Prepare outgoing equipment and receive returned equipment in line with branch processes.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe yard environment.
• Perform general yard duties, including equipment cleaning and presentation.
• Work closely with customers, drivers and branch team members to support daily operations.

What you'll bring to the role

Along with previous experience in a forklift, logistics, transport or yard environment, you'll have:

• Current Forklift Licence (LF) and Driver's Licence (essential)
• Demonstrated experience loading and unloading large or bulky equipment safely
• Knowledge of load restraint and safe loading/unloading practices
• A strong commitment to safety and following procedures
• Ability to work in an outdoor yard environment and undertake manual handling tasks
• A reliable, team-focused attitude and strong work ethic

What you’ll get in return

As a member of the Coates team, you’ll enjoy a range of perks and benefits, including:

• Training and career progression pathways
• Access to our employee discounts and benefits program
• Purchased additional leave program
• Employee discounts on equipment hire
• Novated leasing and salary sacrifice

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. Coates welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to apply.

Coates. Equipped for you.