Yard & Warehouse Forklift Operator (Brookvale Timber)

H; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts after probation

Training support including forklift &

Job summary

Hardware & General, Brookvale Timber, Sydney, is seeking a forklift operator for full-time work across yard and warehouse. You will safely operate forklift, load/unload deliveries, and manage stock across multiple areas, with opportunities for training and career growth.

Ideal candidates hold LF licence, have at least 1 year warehousing experience, and can lift up to 25kg. Join a long-standing family business offering stability and real development pathways.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift licence (LF) required.
• Minimum 1 year warehouse or yard experience.
• Ability to lift and move heavy materials up to 25kg.
• Experience with building materials desirable but not essential.
• Reliable, safety-focused and team-oriented attitude.
• Able to work independently and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and handle heavy materials safely.
• Load and unload deliveries and vehicles.
• Receive, sort and allocate inbound stock.
• Prepare and dispatch orders for delivery.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages or damage.
• Work across warehouse, yard and store areas as required.
• Support smooth day-to-day warehouse operations.

Skills

Forklift licence LF

Warehouse experience

Heavy lifting up to 25kg

Team player

Job description

Job Description

Yard & Warehouse Forklift Operator - Brookvale Timber | Full-Time

Join a long-standing, third-generation Sydney family business supporting the building and plumbing industry since 1960. At Hardware & General, you’ll be part of a trusted supplier known for expert advice, strong product knowledge, and exceptional customer service across 140,000+ products.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Operating forklift and handling heavy materials safely
• Loading and unloading deliveries and vehicles
• Receiving, sorting, and allocating inbound stock
• Preparing and dispatching orders for delivery
• Monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages or damage
• Working across warehouse, yard, and store areas as required
• Supporting smooth day-to-day warehouse operations

What We’re Looking For:

• Valid forklift licence (LF) required
• Minimum 1 year warehouse or yard experience
• Ability to safely lift and move heavy materials (up to 25kg)
• Experience with building materials desirable (not essential)
• Reliable, safety-focused, and team-oriented attitude
• Able to work independently and manage priorities

What You’ll Get:

• Stable, long-term employment with a respected family business
• Real career pathways across multiple Sydney locations
• Training support including forklift and truck licence opportunities
• Staff discounts after probation
• Supportive team culture with experienced staff
• A business that genuinely invests in your growth

If you want a role where you can build a career (not just a job), we’d love to hear from you.