Night Shift – Freezer Forklift Operator (High Reach & Double Deep) – Smithfield Location!

Labourforce; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Labourforce is seeking an experienced Night Shift – Freezer Forklift Operator for our client in the Sydney area (Pemulwuy or Smithfield). You will operate Crown High Reach/Double Deep forklifts in a -28°C freezer, handling picking, packing, loading, and stock rotation.

Requirements include a valid LF forklift licence, 12+ months High Reach experience with Crown, 2+ years in similar roles, own transport, and reliability for night shifts. RF scanning is preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid LF Forklift Licence.
• High Reach Forklift experience with Crown, Double Deep – minimum 12 months.
• 2+ years’ experience in a similar role/industry.
• Physically fit for heavy lifting.
• Own reliable transport.
• Punctual, reliable and flexible with shift availability.
• Freezer/cold room experience is highly regarded.
• RF scanning experience preferred (not essential).

Responsibilities

• Operate High Reach & Double Deep Forklifts (CROWN brand).
• Work in -28°C freezer environment.
• Pick and pack orders.
• Replenish stock and rotate inventory.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Use pallet wrapping machines and EPJs.
• Perform general warehousing and ad hoc duties.

Skills

High Reach Forklift experience

RF scanning (preferred)

Physical fitness

Own transport

Punctual, reliable, flexible

Education

LF Forklift Licence

Tools

CROWN forklifts

Job description

NIGHT SHIFT – Freezer Forklift Operator (High Reach & Double Deep) – Smithfield Location!!

Our client is a leading company in the Cold Storage and Distribution industry and is currently seeking experienced and reliable Storepersons / Forklift Operators to join their team for night shift operations.
The location of work will be Pemulwuy or Smithfield, so flexibility to work at either site is required.

This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse environment. You’ll need to be confident operating High Reach & Double Deep Forklifts, particularly CROWN brand, and working in cold/freezer conditions (-28°C).

Shifts & Pay Rates:

Night Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM
$43.82 per hour + OT + Cold Allowance

Key Responsibilities:

• High Reach & Double Deep Forklift operation (CROWN brand – Double Deep up to 9 bays high)
• Freezer work (-28°C environment)
• Picking and packing orders
• Replenishment and stock rotation
• Loading and unloading trucks
• Use of pallet wrapping machines and EPJs
• General warehousing and ad hoc duties

To be considered, you MUST:

• Hold a valid LF Forklift Licence
• Have High Reach Forklift experience (CROWN, Double Deep – minimum 12 months)
• Be confident operating 7–9 bays high racking
• Have 2+ years’ experience in a similar role/industry
• Be physically fit (heavy lifting involved)
• Have own reliable transport
• Be punctual, reliable, and flexible with shift availability
• Freezer/cold room experience is highly regarded
• RF scanning experience preferred (not essential)

All shortlisted candidates must complete a Pre-Employment Medical, including a Drug and Alcohol Test, conducted by our on-site Occupational Nurse during the interview process.