Storeman (w Forklift ticket)

Workfast; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Workfast is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Pick Packer to join our Cairns team. You will safely operate forklifts in yard and warehouse, load and unload trucks, and perform pick packing and general manual handling.

We offer an ongoing casual role with immediate start, Monday to Friday 8:00am–4:00pm, with potential transition to permanent after 3 months. A current forklift licence and reliable transport are required.

Qualifications

• Current Forklift Licence is required.
• 1–2 years forklift operating experience preferred.
• Reliable transport to and from work.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided/required.
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks.
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating forklifts in a yard and warehouse environment.
• Loading and unloading trucks.
• Pick packing and general manual handling.
• Assisting team members and following instructions from the site manager/foreman.
• Ensuring all work is carried out in line with Workplace Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual handling

Teamwork

Education

Forklift Licence

Job description

We are seeking an experiencedForklift Operator / Pick Packerto join our client’s team in Cairns.

• $35/hr + penalties
• No weekend work
• Immediate start available

This is a great opportunity to secure ongoing work with a family-owned company, with the potential to transition to permanent full-time after 3 months.

What’s on Offer

• $35/hr + penalties
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
• Immediate start available
• Ongoing casual role with view to permanency
• Work with a supportive and reputable company

What You’ll Need

• Current Forklift Licence
• Minimum 1–2 years forklift operating experience
• Reliable transport to and from work
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks
• Ability to pass a drug & alcohol

What You’ll Be Doing

• Safely operating forklifts in a yard and warehouse environment
• Loading and unloading trucks
• Pick packing and general manual handling
• Assisting team members and following instructions from the site manager/foreman
• Ensuring all work is carried out in line with Workplace Health & Safety standards

About Us

Workfast is a national labour hire company supplying staff across construction, civil, logistics, and many other industries. We are committed to providing our employees with safe workplaces, fair pay, and ongoing support.
Workfast embraces diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. If you require any support or adjustments during the application process, please let us know. All applications will be treated in confidence in line with the Privacy Act 1988.