Yardhand - Afternoon

Workhorse Staffing; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Afternoon shift

Long-term employment

Established manufacturing operation

Hands-on work across factory and yard

Job summary

Workhorse Staffing is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator/Labourer for a full-time permanent role in a busy steel manufacturing environment. You will move steel, assist with production and support day-to-day factory operations.

The role starts in Cleveland with a planned relocation to Stapylton around Dec 2026/Jan 2027; candidates must be comfortable travelling between sites during the transition and committing to long-term employment.

Qualifications

• Current forklift licence and proven safe operating history.
• Experience in manufacturing, steel or industrial environments is highly regarded.
• Experience with general labouring and material handling.
• Ability to read and interpret workshop drawings.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to move steel and materials throughout the production process.
• Assist with loading, unloading and moving materials around the factory and yard.
• Perform general labouring duties to support production requirements.
• Operate production machinery, including cropper machines, where required.
• Assist with marking, drilling and cutting steel.
• Support paint bay operations.
• Follow workshop drawings and plans to ensure work is completed accurately.
• Collaborate with the production team to meet schedules and targets.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Follow WHS procedures and report hazards or incidents.

Skills

Forklift licence

Manufacturing experience

General labouring

Read workshop drawings

Team player

Safety mindset

White Card

Good communication

Job description

Workhorse Staffing are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Labourer to join a busy steel manufacturing and production team on a full-time permanent basis.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong work ethic, a current forklift ticket and experience working in a manufacturing, steel or industrial environment. You will assist with moving steel throughout the production process, general labouring and supporting day-to-day factory operations.

IMPORTANT LOCATION INFORMATION

The role is currently based in Cleveland, with the business relocating to Stapylton around December 2026 / January 2027. Applicants must be comfortable travelling to both locations as the transition takes place.

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• Afternoon shift
  
• Opportunity to join an established manufacturing operation
  
• Varied, hands-on work across the factory and yard
  
• Long-term employment opportunity
  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely operate a forklift to move steel and materials throughout the production process
  
• Assist with loading, unloading and moving materials around the factory and yard
  
• Perform general labouring duties to support production requirements
  
• Operate production machinery, including cropper machines, where required
  
• Assist with marking, drilling and cutting steel
  
• Support paint bay operations
  
• Follow workshop drawings and plans to ensure work is completed accurately
  
• Work collaboratively with the production team to meet schedules and targets
  
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment
  
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures and report hazards or incidents
  

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current forklift licence and a proven safe operating history
  
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, steel or industrial environment, highly regarded
  
• Experience with general labouring and material handling
  
• The ability to safely operate machinery and power tools
  
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to read and interpret workshop drawings
  
• A good level of physical fitness to meet the demands of the role
  
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
  
• A current Construction Induction Card (White Card)
  
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
  
• Reliable attendance, a positive attitude and a willingness to assist wherever needed
  

LOCATION

Initially based in Cleveland, with the planned relocation to Stapylton around December 2026 / January 2027. Please consider the change in work location when applying.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Note: Only applicants who meet the requirements will be considered. Thank you for your understanding.

At Workhorse Staffing, we value diversity and are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.