Sideloader Forklift Operator – Steel Yard | $48.55–$74.70/Hr | Crestmead

Labourforce; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Penalty pay on Sundays

Ongoing work with Labourforce

Job summary

Labourforce is seeking an experienced Sideloader Forklift Operator for an ongoing opportunity with a well-established steel manufacturing and distribution facility located in Crestmead, QLD. You will move long steel materials, load and unload trucks, and secure loads in a busy yard environment.

The role suits operators with steel/timber yard exposure and a strong safety record. Valid LF licence and sideloader experience are highly valued for this ongoing shift-based position with penalty pay on

Qualifications

• Valid Forklift Licence (LF) held and up to date.
• Sideloader forklift experience is highly regarded.
• Experience handling long loads such as steel or timber.
• Previous work in steel, metal, timber yards or construction materials is advantageous.
• Strong focus on safety and safe load handling.
• Reliable with a good work ethic and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sideloader forklift to move long steel materials.
• Load and unload trucks with steel purlins, columns and tophats (8–20 metres).
• Move stock around warehouse and yard safely.
• Place timber blocks and position freight for safe transport.
• Secure loads prior to dispatch.
• Assist with general yard and warehouse operations.

Skills

Forklift Licence (LF)

Sideloader experience

Long loads handling

Steel/timber yard exposure

Safety focus

Reliable work ethic

Job description

Labourforce is currently seeking an experienced Sideloader Forklift Operator for an ongoing opportunity with a well-established steel manufacturing and distribution facility located in Crestmead, QLD.

This role is ideal for operators who have experience working in steel yards, timber yards, or handling long/wide loads. You will be responsible for safely moving and loading long steel materials used in building construction.

Location

Crestmead, QLD

Shift & Pay

Sunday: 5:00pm - 12:30am | $74.70 per hour

Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 12:30am | $48.55 per hour

Ongoing Monday-Thursday afternoon shifts with a Sunday shift available.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating a sideloader forklift to move long steel materials

• Loading and unloading trucks with steel purlins, columns and tophats (8-20 metres long)

• Moving stock safely around the warehouse and yard

• Placing timber blocks and positioning freight for safe transport

• Securing loads prior to dispatch

• Assisting with general yard and warehouse operations

Requirements

• Valid Forklift Licence (LF)

• Sideloader forklift experience highly regarded

• Experience handling long loads (steel, timber, building materials or similar)

• Previous work in a steel yard, metal yard, timber yard or construction materials environment advantageous

• Strong focus on safety and safe load handling

• Reliable with good work ethic

Why Apply

• Competitive hourly rates with penalty pay on Sundays

• Ongoing work with a reputable industry leader

• Afternoon shift allowing flexibility during the day

• Opportunity to work within a specialised materials handling environment