Two-Month Day Shift Forklift – High Reach & Counterbalance

Programmed GO; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Programmed GO is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our client in Somerton (Northern Suburbs) for a two-month assignment on day shift 7:30am to 3:30pm.

Responsibilities include operating counterbalance and high-reach forklifts, picking and packing orders, loading/unloading, and using RF scanners and a warehouse management system to track stock. Must hold LF forklift licence and be available Oct 29 to Dec 23.

Qualifications

• LF forklift licence with at least 6 months experience operating both high reach and counterbalance forklifts.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work 7:30am - 3:30pm Mon-Fri 29 Oct to 23 Dec with no leave during this period.
• Physically fit to lift up to 25kg.

Responsibilities

• Operate counterbalance forklifts to unload containers, load/unload trucks, and transport pallets.
• Use high reach forklifts for stock putaways and order picking in high-density racking.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders, including sorting cartons and wrapping pallets to Australian standards.
• Use RF scanners and warehouse management systems to track inventory and stock movements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse management system

Job description

Programmed GO is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our client in Somerton (Northern Suburbs) for a two-month assignment on day shift 7:30am to 3:30pm.

Responsibilities include operating counterbalance and high-reach forklifts, picking and packing orders, loading/unloading, and using RF scanners and a warehouse management system to track stock. Must hold LF forklift licence and be available Oct 29 to Dec 23.