Freight Handler & Forklift Operators

Talent Acquisition Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing casual employment

Two shift options

Job summary

Talent Acquisition Group in Sydney is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our busy warehouse team in Matraville. The role focuses on forklift operation, loading and unloading freight, and safe handling throughout the warehouse. You will also perform general warehouse duties and assist with transport operations.

We require a current LF Forklift Licence and prior forklift experience. The position offers ongoing casual employment with two shift options and a competitive hourly rate, with penalties

Qualifications

• Current LF Forklift Licence – essential.
• Previous forklift operating experience.
• Physically fit with manual handling duties and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load, unload and move freight in the warehouse.
• Load and unload trucks and freight vehicles.
• Move, stack and position freight safely and accurately.
• Sort, scan and process incoming and outgoing freight.
• Assist with general freight handling and manual handling tasks as required.
• Support daily warehouse and transport operations and keep a clean, safe workspace.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Team player

Education

LF Forklift Licence

Job description

Looking to put your forklift skills to work in a busy warehouse and logistics environment?
We're seeking motivated and experienced Forklift Operators / Freight Handlers to join our team in Matraville. This is a hands‑on role primarily focused on forklift operation, moving and positioning freight throughout the warehouse, with additional manual freight handling and general warehouse duties.
If you're safety-focused, physically fit and have a strong work ethic, this could be the opportunity for you!
About the Role You'll play an important role in the safe and efficient movement of freight throughout the warehouse.
Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Operating a forklift to load, unload and move freight throughout the warehouse.
• Loading and unloading trucks and freight vehicles.
• Moving, stacking and positioning freight safely.
• Sorting, scanning and processing incoming and outgoing freight.
• Assisting with general freight handling and manual handling duties.
• Supporting daily warehouse and transport operations.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Following all workplace health and safety procedures.
• Working as part of a team to ensure freight is processed efficiently and on time.

Rosters & Pay

• $34.79 per hour + applicable penalties.
• Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm OR
• Monday to Friday, 6:00am – 2:00pm.
• Consistent weekday working hours.
• Ongoing casual employment opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Current LF Forklift Licence – essential.
• Previous forklift operating experience.
• Previous warehouse, freight handling or logistics experience highly regarded.
• Confident operating a forklift in a busy warehouse environment.
• Experience loading and unloading trucks and handling freight.
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling duties.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to assist with general warehouse duties.

Why Join Us

• Competitive hourly rate of $34.79 per hour + applicable penalties.
• Monday to Friday working hours.
• Choice of two available shift times.
• Ongoing casual employment opportunities.
• Opportunity to work within a well-established transport and logistics operation.
• Supportive recruitment and onboarding process.
• Potential for longer-term opportunities based on business requirements.

We're looking for reliable, safety‑conscious operators who are confident on the forklift and happy to get hands‑on with freight handling when required.