Yardman/Forklift Operator

Steelworx Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Steelworx Pty Ltd in Cranbourne is seeking a hands-on Yard Operator to work in our outdoor steel yard. You will safely handle materials, prepare customer orders and support the team with general yard operations while working independently for most of the day.

This role requires a self-motivated, reliable person who can manage their workload with minimal supervision. Occasional local deliveries and outdoor work in all weather are included.

Qualifications

• Experience in welding is desirable but not required.
• Physically fit with ability to perform manual handling.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks using a forklift.
• Pick, pack and prepare customer orders.
• Maintain an organised yard and tidy stock.
• Perform daily forklift safety and pre-start checks.
• Assist with general yard duties and housekeeping.
• Assist with basic welding and steel preparation as required.
• Deliver locally on occasions when needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Stock handling

Order picking/packing

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift

Welding basics

Job description

This is a hands-on position working in an outdoor steel yard. You'll be responsible for safely handling materials, preparing customer orders and supporting the team with general yard operations. You'll be working independently for most of the day, so we're looking for someone who is self motivated, reliable, and able to manage their workload without constant supervision. This isn't always a fast paced environment. There will be times where there are quieter periods so the ability to stay productive and work unsupervised is important.

Key responsibilities

• Loading and unloading trucks using a forklift
• Picking, packing and preparing customer orders
• Putting stock away and maintaining an organised yard
• Conducting daily forklift safety and pre-start checks
• General yard duties and housekeeping
• Basic welding and steel preparation as required
• Maintaining a safe and organised work environment
• Occasional local deliveries when required

About you

• Welding experience (desirable but not essential)
• Strong work ethic and reliable attendance
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Happy working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Punctual, motivated and willing to get stuck in
• Light Rigid (LR) or Medium Rigid (MR) truck licence for occasional local deliveries (desirable but not essential)
• Steel industry knowledge or experience (desirable but not essential)

About us

Steelworx is a leading supplier of retaining wall steel based in Cranbourne. We are a well established local business offering a friendly and supportive team environment.

Full time position with the opportunity to become permanent following a successful trial period

Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 3:30pm

Friendly and supportive team environment

Long term opportunity with a well established local business