Night Shift Forklift Operator

Workfast; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Upskilling opportunities

Job summary

Workfast is seeking Forklift Operators in Cairns for a night shift role within a busy transport and logistics operation. You will operate forklifts safely to load and unload trucks and containers, and contribute to efficient stock movement during night shifts from 12:00am to 8:00am.

This position offers ongoing opportunities with career growth, upskilling and development, and a supportive team culture in a national labour hire company serving Australia's largest businesses.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current LF Forklift Licence.
• Experience operating forklifts in a busy transport/warehouse setting.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation of forklifts (loading and unloading trucks and containers).
• Moving stock efficiently within the yard and warehouse.
• Adhering to all safety and compliance procedures.
• Conducting pre-start checks and maintaining equipment.
• Assisting with general warehouse duties when required.

Skills

LF forklift licence

Forklift experience

Australian working rights

Pre-employment medical

Job description

Workfast is looking for Forklift Operators to join a transport and logistics operation in Cairns.

• Night shift rate $44.64 per hour + penalties
• Ongoing opportunities with consistent and reliable work
• Tuesday to Saturday Night work 12:00am - 8:00am
• Career growth, upskilling and development opportunities

Workfast is a labour hire company working with some of Australia's largest and leading businesses. We operate nationwide across multiple industries and are currently seeking reliable Forklift Operators to join our Transport and Logistics team.

You will be part of a motivated crew in a fast-paced environment, helping ensure operations run smoothly and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe operation of forklifts (loading and unloading trucks and containers)
• Moving stock efficiently within the yard and warehouse
• Adhering to all safety and compliance procedures
• Conducting pre-start checks and maintaining equipment
• Assisting with general warehouse duties when required

What You Bring to the Team

• Current LF Forklift Licence
• Previous forklift operating experience in a similar environment
• Full Australian working rights
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol test
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety
• Reliable, team-focused attitude

About Us

Workfast is a labour hire company partnering with some of Australia's largest companies. We operate nationwide across all industries, ensuring our employees are supported, paid fairly, and treated in line with Australian Fair Work standards.

Workfast embraces diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. If you have any support or access requirements, please let us know during the application process.