Labourer/ Forklift Operator

NEPEAN; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable employment

Career development opportunities

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

NEPEAN is seeking a reliable Labourer / Forklift Operator based in Mackay, Queensland. The role involves safely operating forklifts and overhead cranes, maintaining inventory, and providing workshop support for mining equipment.

The ideal candidate has a strong commitment to safety, enjoys working in a workshop environment, and has at least 5 years of forklift operation experience. This full-time position promises career development opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience operating forklifts.
• Prior experience operating overhead cranes.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely.
• Receive incoming goods and inspect for damage.
• Load and unload trucks efficiently.

Skills

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Warehouse experience

Manual handling

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High Risk Forklift Licence

Driver's Licence

Job description

About Us

NEPEAN Conveyors is a leading provider of fully engineered turnkey conveyor and material handling solutions to some of the world's largest mining companies. As part of the global NEPEAN group, we deliver innovative, reliable, and high-quality conveyor systems from concept to commissioning across Australia and internationally.

Established in 1985, NEPEAN Conveyors manufactures and markets conveyor components including pulleys, idlers, rapid advance-rapid retreat components and drive-heads, and provides on-site installation, maintenance, and relocation services for conveyor installations.

About The Role

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Labourer / Forklift Operator to join our team in Slade Point, Mackay QLD.

Reporting to the Workshop Manager, this hands‑on role is responsible for safely operating forklifts and overhead cranes, receiving and dispatching goods, maintaining inventory, and providing workshop support for the assembly, maintenance, and refurbishment of mining and materials handling equipment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong forklift experience who enjoys working in a busy workshop and warehouse environment while contributing to the successful delivery of projects for the mining industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive incoming goods and inspect for damage and discrepancies
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently
• Unload containers and place stock into designated storage areas
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders to customer specifications
• Maintain stock levels and consumable inventories
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory checks
• Ensure accurate storage and identification of parts and materials
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes in a safe and compliant manner
• Workshop & Labouring Support
• Assist with assembly and disassembly of mining and materials handling equipment
• Support maintenance and repair activities on fixed and mobile plant
• Perform minor welding, fabrication, painting, and cleaning duties
• Ensure steel and materials are correctly identified and marked
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient workshop and steel yard
• Assist tradespeople and workshop personnel as required
• Follow all WHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices

About You

You are a dependable and motivated team player who takes pride in working safely and maintaining high standards of quality and housekeeping.

Essential

• Current Driver's Licence
• High Risk Forklift Licence
• Minimum 5 years' experience operating forklifts
• Prior experience operating overhead cranes
• Previous stores, warehouse, or workshop experience within mining, manufacturing, engineering, or materials handling industries
• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• Ability to perform manual handling and physical work
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Reliable work ethic with a willingness to support multiple areas of the business

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a recognised leader in conveyor and materials handling solutions
• Stable, full‑time role based in Mackay
• Diverse role combining warehouse, stores, and workshop responsibilities
• Supportive team environment focused on safety and quality
• Career development opportunities within the broader NEPEAN Group
• Competitive remuneration package

Why Join NEPEAN Conveyors?

At NEPEAN, we value safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. We are committed to delivering excellence to our customers while creating opportunities for our people to develop and succeed.

If you're an experienced Forklift Operator looking for a varied and rewarding role within a leading Australian engineering and manufacturing organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Now!

NEPEAN believes in diversity and is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applicants from all walks of life including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse communities, women, and LGBTIQ individuals.