Telehandler

Australian Workforce; Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing work opportunity

Mon-Fri schedule

Job summary

Australian Workforce is seeking an experienced Telehandler Operator for a hands-on role based in Dandenong South. You will operate a telehandler with a bucket, receive bulk materials, load hoppers, and perform general yard duties in a busy site.

The successful candidate will have telehandler experience, bucket operations, a relevant training/certification, and a Victorian High Risk Work Licence as required by the equipment. Monday to Friday shifts with an ongoing opportunity await.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a JCB telehandler or similar heavy machinery.
• Competency operating a telehandler with bucket attachment.
• Relevant telehandler operator training and competency certification (RIIHAN309F or equivalent).
• Valid Victorian High Risk Work Licence (TV class) if required by machine rating.

Responsibilities

• Operate a telehandler with bucket attachment to move and handle bulk products.
• Receive and handle incoming bulk materials.
• Load and feed hoppers using the telehandler.
• Move and distribute materials around the yard.
• Assist with general manual yard duties as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area.
• Conduct daily pre-start checks and report equipment issues.
• Follow WHS procedures.

Skills

Telehandler operation

Bucket attachment

RIIHAN309F certification

High Risk Licence (TV class)

Job description

Australian Workforce is a leading national recruitment company, connecting quality candidates with employment opportunities across Australia.

We are currently seeking a reliable and experienced Telehandler Operator to join our client's team based in Dandenong South. The role primarily involves operating a telehandler fitted with a bucket to handle bulk products, receive incoming materials and load hoppers. This is a hands‑on position that also involves general manual yard duties when required.

What's on Offer?

• $39 per hour
• Supportive and friendly small team environment
• Monday to Friday work
• Ongoing work opportunity

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a telehandler with a bucket attachment to move and handle bulk products.
• Receive and handle incoming bulk materials.
• Load and feed hoppers using the telehandler.
• Move and distribute materials around the yard.
• Assist with general manual yard duties as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area.
• Conduct daily pre-start checks and report any equipment issues.
• Follow all workplace health and safety (WHS) procedures.

Skills & Requirements

• Previous experience operating a JCB telehandler or similar heavy machinery.
• Competency in operating a telehandler fitted with a bucket attachment.
• Relevant telehandler operator training and competency certification (RIIHAN309F or equivalent).
• Valid Victorian High Risk Work Licence (TV class), if required based on the machine's rated capacity and operating configuration.
• Experience handling bulk materials and loading hoppers is highly regarded.
• Ability to safely operate machinery in a busy yard environment.
• Comfortable undertaking manual handling and general yard duties.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.