Fulfilment Centre - Forklift Operator

Bunnings; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team discount at Bunnings and Wesfarm-

OnePass membership

100+ exclusive team member benefits

12 weeks paid parental leave

Festive gifts and discounted cafe

Traveling store team member opps

Job summary

Bunnings is hiring a Forklift Operator at our Laverton North Fulfilment Centre in Victoria. You’ll pack and ship customer online orders, operate a forklift, and help with loading and unloading deliveries. A strong focus on safety and teamwork ensures accurate, on‑time fulfillment.

The role requires a current forklift licence and reliable time management, with a supportive team and clear safety expectations throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience and driving safety awareness.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Strong teamwork and communication to support online order fulfillment.

Responsibilities

• Pick and pack customer online orders.
• Operate forklift to move stock and pallets.
• Monitor stock levels and replenish as needed.
• Support loading and unloading of delivery trucks.
• Maintain safety standards and training compliance.
• Communicate with the online order team.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety protocols

Teamwork

Time management

Customer service

Job description

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter! What’s in it for you when you’re part of our team:

• Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few
• Free standard OnePass membership
• Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave
• 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender
• Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities

We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build

Our Laverton North site is looking for forklift operators to join their team. We provide an adult pay rate for 18 years of age and above at $32.05 per hour for this role. Site operating hours are 5.00am till 6.00pm.

About the role:

Our Fulfilment Centre plays a vital role in supporting our stores and customers. By accurately packing and delivering our customer online orders in full and on time, we work together to elevate pressure off our stores and exceed customer expectations. As a Forklift Operator, you will be the driving force behind our online order support operations. Your responsibilities will include, but limited to, forklift operation, monitoring stock levels, upholding all safety protocols, and assisting with the loading/unloading of delivery trucks.

What’s involved:

• Pick and pack customer orders
• Manual handling
• Forklift operation of a range of sized products, from standard pallet up to 6m packs of timber and everything in between
• Monitoring merchandise and the replenishment of products
• Load and unload orders and products on delivery trucks
• Communicate with the online order team
• Keep up to date on all training and implementation of safety standards

Who we’re looking for:

As a Forklift Operator, you will work within a safety driven and operational environment. Your role will support the delivery of stock to our customers and have impact on how we deliver best service to the broader Bunnings network. This role requires great communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team, as well as autonomously. You will have a focus on safety and the ability to work, think and act in a safe manner within the fulfilment environment.

You’ll need:

• A current valid forklift licence
• Ideally prior experience working in a similar role, with a focus on picking orders and manual handling
• Any experience in the trade or building industry would be highly advantageous
• A current valid forklift licence is required for this role
• You have good time management skills and a genuine passion for customer service
• You enjoy working as part of a team and have a proactive approach to your work
• High attention to detail
• Knowledge on safety standards and the confidence to alert hazards

We’ll have you part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong. We love the diversity across our teams, brought together in an inclusive culture guided by our values.

We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in shaping a workplace that celebrates First Nations voices, perspectives, and contributions.

Please note, you must be age 15 or over to apply for a role at Bunnings.

We’re all about fairness at Bunnings, and our team’s here to support you every step of the way.

If you need any adjustments, just let us know - we’re here to help.

If you’ve got the experience, skills, and drive to grow - but don’t quite nail every part of the job description - we still want to hear from you.

For support, contact us at [e-mail].

Bunnings reserves the right to close job advertisements at any time, so we encourage you to apply early. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, as we have a dedicated internal Talent Acquisition team managing all hiring processes.

About Us

Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We're proud to support project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry through our network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.

At Bunnings, our purpose is simple: we’re here to inspire people to have a red hot go! Whether that's backing our team to grow, supporting customers to take on new projects, or helping communities make a real difference. By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will be part of a culture that encourages you to roll up your sleeves and build something great together.

Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.