Full-Time Forklift Operator – Horticulture & Cold Storage

ELMTREE SERVICES PTY LTD

Kinglake

On-site

AUD 68,000 - 91,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Kinglake Farms Pty Ltd in Kinglake VIC is seeking a full-time Forklift Driver to support packing shed and cold storage operations, packing premium blueberries for domestic supermarkets. You will operate forklift controls to lift and move bins, transport harvests between orchards and packing lines, and perform routine maintenance.

A current forklift licence and AQF Cert II/III with the specified experience are required.

Qualifications

AQF Cert II/III with 1.5 years (20+ hours/week) post-qualification experience; OR
2 years (38+ hours/week) relevant experience may substitute for formal qualification.
Current Forklift licence.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

Operate forklift controls to lift, stack, load, and unload bins in packing shed and cold storage.
Transport harvested fruit, empty bins, pallets, and packaging materials between orchards, cool rooms, and packing lines.
Position forklifts to safely move produce and materials in confined areas such as loading bays and storage sheds.
Ensure bins and pallets are placed in correct storage areas for easy identification, grading, and dispatch.
Monitor forklift performance and check for wear or faults; report issues to supervisors.
Perform routine servicing and minor maintenance to ensure safe operation.