Forklift Operators – Pm & Am Shifts

Seaway; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

SEAWAY is seeking dedicated Forklift Operators to join our Altona North warehouse on AM/PM shifts. This full-time role requires a current LF Forklift Licence and a valid Australian Driver’s Licence, with rostered hours from 6am–2pm or 12:30pm–8:30pm.

You will operate 16 Tonne and 7T forklifts, manage loading/unloading of trailers and containers, and perform general warehouse tasks with a focus on safety and reliability. Previous industrial warehouse experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in industrial products handling.
• At least 12 months forklift experience in a busy warehouse.
• Physically fit for manual lifting.
• Safety focused and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Forklift Operations
• Operate heavy equipment including 16 Tonne and 7T forklifts
• Handle steel, aluminum and out of gauge cargo
• Load and unload trailers and containers
• General warehouse duties and equipment maintenance
• Work overtime as required

Skills

Forklift operation

Heavy equipment use

Warehouse experience

Manual lifting

Safety conscious

Reliable

Tools

16 Tonne forklift

7T forklift

Slinging & chain

Job description

SEAWAY are looking for a new Forklift Operators to join our warehouse team in Altona North. We have multiple positions available for both AM and PM shifts. This is a busy role and requires someone with industrial warehouse experience. If you’re looking for a new challenge, please read on….

Summary

• The role: Permanent, full-time position
• Hours: AM / PM Shifts available
  6am – 2pm / 12:30pm – 8:30pm (or as rostered)
• Requirements: Must have current Forklift Licence & Australian Driver’s Licence
• Location: Altona North warehouse

THE ROLE

Basic responsibilities

• Forklift Operations
• Able to operate heavy equipment including but not limited to: 16 Tonne Forklift, 7T Forklift, Slinging & Chain Support
• Work with industrial products including steel, aluminum and out of gauge cargo
• Loading & Unloading trailers and containers
• General warehouse duties such as equipment maintenance and administration
• Work overtime as required

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 2 years working with industrial products (steel, aluminum, out of gauge cargo)
• At least 12 months’ experience operating forklifts and working in a busy warehouse environment
• Physically fit to meet manual lifting requirements
• Confident in stacking heavy loads & high-risk tasks
• Ability to follow a high paced schedule
• Reliable
• Safety focused

Licences

• Must have current LF Forklift Licence (Photo)
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence & own transport