Forklift Stores

Randstad Pty; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Extra shifts during peak season

Job summary

Randstad Pty currently seeks a reliable, safety-conscious High Reach / Counterbalance Forklift Operator for a leading national beverage distributor in NSW. The role offers consistent night shifts with potential for temp-to-perm and extra shifts during peak periods.

Responsibilities include safe forklift operation, order picking, stock handling, and adherence to WHS standards. Applicants must hold a valid LF licence and be able to pass screenings.

Qualifications

• Valid Australian LF Forklift Licence with proven operational experience.
• Physical fitness and ability to perform manual handling tasks.
• Reliability and punctuality; commitment to night shifts.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
• National Police Clearance and full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse.
• Pick-pack, stage, and prepare orders of alcohol/beverages for dispatch.
• Receive, load and unload stock as required.
• Perform manual handling and general warehouse duties.
• Adhere to site WHS procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Night shift experience

Safety conscious

Reliability

Punctuality

Education

LF Forklift Licence

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

About the Role

We are currently seeking a reliable, safety-conscious High Reach / Counterbalance Forklift Operator to join a leading national beverage distributor.

This role offers immediate, consistent night-shift work running through until Easter, with plenty of extra shifts available over the busy Christmas & holiday period. For the right candidate who demonstrates reliability and a strong work ethic, there is a genuine opportunity for a temp-to-perm transition.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating forklifts safely and efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

• Pick-packing, staging, and preparing orders of alcohol and beverage products for dispatch.

• Receiving, loading, and unloading stock.

• Conducting manual handling tasks and general warehouse duties as required.

• Adhering strictly to site WHS procedures and quality standards.

What’s on Offer?

• Attractive Pay: Earn $54.27/hr all-inclusive night rate.

• Work-Life Balance: Set core schedule across 3 nights (Mon-Wed, 9:00 PM - 4:00 AM) with your late week/weekends free.

• Extra Hours: Plenty of additional shifts available across the peak Christmas/New Year season to boost your earnings.

• Career Growth: Strong potential to secure permanent employment based on performance.

• Great Culture: Work with a well-established, national brand with supportive team leadership.

What You’ll Need

• Valid Australian LF Forklift Licence with proven operational experience.

• Physical fitness and the ability to comfortably perform manual lifting/pick-packing tasks.

• Strong reliability, punctuality, and commitment to working night shifts.

• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.

• Ability to provide or pass a National Police Clearance.

• Full Australian working rights.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.