Forklift Operators in Sunshine!

Programmed / PERSOLKELLY; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 37,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Programmed Skilled Workforce in Sunshine (Western Suburbs) is seeking an experienced forklift operator for night shifts. The role covers counterbalance forklift operation, load security, pre-start checks, loading/unloading trucks, and goods handling in a busy postal and delivery environment.

Applicants must hold a valid forklift licence, have counterbalance experience, be available Monday to Friday 10:00pm–6:00am, and be physically fit to lift 15–20kg.

Qualifications

• Must have valid forklift licence.
• Experience operating counterbalance forklifts.
• Available Mon to Fri for Night shifts 10:00pm–6:00am.
• Must have full working rights.
• Physically fit to lift up to 15–20kgs.
• Must be able to clear drug and alcohol test.
• Must clear Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Operating Counterbalance Forklifts
• Checking loads are secure
• Completing pre-start checks on forklifts (electrical)
• Helping to load and unload trucks
• Stacking goods in correct storage bays following stock control
• Packing and sorting parcels, mail and freight
• Manual handling of up to 15–20kg
• Operating pallet jacks

Skills

Counterbalance forklift operation

Load securing

Pre-start checks

Manual handling 15-20kg

Drug and alcohol clearance

Police check clearance

Job description

• Located in Sunshine VIC (Western Suburbs)
• Night Shift Available (Monday - Friday: 9pm - 4:51am)
• Pay rate of $44.61 (including casual loading)

Programmed Skilled Workforce are currently seeking experienced forklift Operator in Sunshine locations to join our reputable Client who are the leading provider of Postal and Delivery services across Australia.

About your new role / Key Responsibilities:

• Operating Counterbalance Forklifts
• Checking loads are secure
• Completing pre start checks on forklift- electrical
• Helping to load and unload trucks
• Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following stock control instructions
• Packing and Sorting of Parcels, mail and Freight
• Manual Handling of up to 15-20kgs
• Operating Pallet Jacks

About you:

• Must have valid forklift licence
• Have experience operating counterbalance forklifts
• Must be available Mon to Fri for Night shifts- 10:00pm to 6:00am
• Must have full working rights
• Physically fit to lift up to 15-20kgs
• Must be able to clear both Drug and Alcohol test and Police Check
• Has a car and can travel to Sunshine

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.