Pasteuriser Forklift Operator - Carwarp, VIC

AgriLabour; Mildura; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Agri Labour Australia is seeking an experienced Pasteuriser Forklift Operator for an almond processing operation in Carwarp, VIC. This hands-on role combines forklift driving, truck loading and fixed plant duties in a busy, safety-focused production environment.

The position offers full training on pasteurising and plant processes, a long-term 12-month assignment with potential for ongoing work for the right candidate, and approximately 40 hours per week with penalty rates available.

Qualifications

• Current forklift licence required.
• Experience loading and unloading trucks.
• Physically fit with ability to perform manual handling and heavy lifting.
• Willingness to learn new machinery and processing procedures.
• Reliable and flexible to work varied hours up to six days per week.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently across the facility.
• Load and unload trucks and move product as required.
• Operate fixed plant and pasteurising machinery.
• Monitor equipment and processing operations.
• Complete manual handling tasks and maintain clean work areas.
• Follow workplace health, safety and operational procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Truck loading/unloading

Safety-focused

Manual handling

Teamwork

Job description

• Full on-the-job training across pasteurising and fixed plant operations
• Hands-on role in a fast-paced, safety-focused production environment
• Long-term opportunity within the almond processing industry

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Pasteuriser Forklift Operator to join an almond processing operation in Carwarp, VIC, within the agriculture and food processing industry. This hands-on role combines forklift operation, truck loading, and fixed plant machinery duties in a busy processing environment. You'll work as part of a safety-focused team, with full training provided on pasteurising and plant processes.

Key Responsibilities

You'll support daily almond processing operations by safely operating forklifts and fixed plant equipment while assisting with product movement and loading.

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently throughout the facility
• Load and unload trucks and move product as required
• Operate fixed plant and pasteurising machinery
• Monitor equipment and processing operations
• Complete manual handling and heavy lifting tasks
• Maintain clean and organised work areas
• Follow workplace health, safety, and operational procedures
• Competitive $34.76 per hour + penalty rates
• Long-term role for 12 months with potential for ongoing employment for the right candidate
• Consistent work with approximately 40 hours per week
• Full training provided across fixed plant and pasteurising operations
• Varied role combining forklift driving, truck loading, and machinery operation

Your Skills & Experience

To be successful, you'll be an experienced forklift operator who is reliable, physically capable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced processing environment.

• Required current Forklift Licence
• Experience loading and unloading trucks
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling and heavy lifting
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
• Reliable and flexible to work varied hours, up to six days per week
• Willingness to learn new machinery and processing procedures
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and teamwork

Choose Agri Labour Australia

Agri Labour Australia is an award-winning Australian company with clients in every State and Territory. Proudly representing major agribusinesses, large primary producers, rural operators, and local farmers - we are more than a recruitment agency. Founded on our firsthand knowledge of the land and dedicated to the ongoing success of our clients' businesses and our candidates' careers, you can rely on us for expertise, advice, and support.