Yard/Terminal multi skilled operator

Aurizon; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual pay

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Aurizon Gladstone Port Services is seeking a safety‑focused Yard/Terminal Multiskilled Equipment Operator on a casual basis. You will operate forklifts and support loading/unloading activities in a busy port environment.

The role offers variable shifts up to 12 hours, including weekends, with opportunities to stay active and supplement income while joining a leading rail freight operator. Prior forklift experience and a reach stacker ticket are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Current heavy forklift licence (essential).
• Reach Stacker ticket desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load and unload materials safely.
• Support day-to-day operational requirements across Aurizon’s Bulk operations.
• Complete pre-starts, defect reports and other required paperwork accurately.

Skills

Forklift licence

Reach Stacker

Job description

Yard/Terminal Multiskilled Equipment Operator | Casual Opportunities | Gladstone

Join Aurizon’s Gladstone Port Services team and help keep Australia moving.

Aurizon is looking for safety-focused, hands-on multi-skilled operators to join our growing Gladstone Port Services team on a casual basis. If you hold a current forklift licence with experience and enjoy working in a fast-paced operational environment, this could be a great opportunity to step into a varied role with one of Australia’s leading rail freight operators. Reach Stacker experience is highly regarded, but not essential.

This is a casual role with variable shifts of up to 12 hours, including weekends. It’s a great fit for someone looking to supplement their income, take on flexible work, or stay active in a practical port-based role.

About the role

As a Multi Skilled Equipment Operator, you’ll support safe and efficient port operating equipment and assisting with loading and unloading activities as required.

• Operating forklifts to safely load and unload materials and goods.
• Supporting day-to-day operational requirements across Aurizon’s Bulk operations.
• Completing pre-starts, defect reports and other required paperwork accurately.

What we’re looking for

• A strong commitment to safety — always.
• Current heavy forklift licence (essential)
• Confidence completing pre-starts, defect reports and other operational paperwork.
• Mechanical aptitude and a practical, can-do attitude.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to complete police and background checks.

Highly desirable, but not essential

• Reach Stacker ticket and experience.

Why you’ll want to join us

• Work in a busy port environment where no two shifts are the same.
• Join a supportive, growing team that plays a key part in Aurizon’s Bulk operations.
• Enjoy competitive casual pay, with a mix of day and night shifts available.
• Use your forklift and equipment operating skills in a practical, hands-on role.

Recruitment process:

Interview, medical assessment, reference checks, background checks