Yardperson

Adecco Australia Group; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco Australia Group in Bathurst is seeking a reliable Yardperson to join a manufacturing operation. This hands-on role involves loading and unloading vehicles, moving materials around the yard and operating safety-focused procedures.

You will operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and perform general yard duties, keeping a clean, safe and well-organised site. A current forklift licence and crane experience are essential, along with basic computer skills and a strong safety focus.

Qualifications

• Current and valid forklift licence.
• Experience operating overhead cranes.
• Experience in yard, warehouse, manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to load, unload and move materials.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Reliable, proactive team player.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Operating forklifts to move and position materials around the yard.
• Operating overhead cranes to lift and transfer materials safely.
• Coordinating material movements to support daily operations.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe yard.
• Using computer systems to record and manage operational information.
• Conducting equipment checks and reporting hazards or faults.
• Following workplace health and safety procedures.
• Assisting with general yard duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Yard/warehouse experience

Basic computer literacy

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Communication

Reliability

Job description

We are currently seeking a reliable and experienced Yardperson to join a manufacturing operation in Bathurst. This is a hands-on role involving loading and unloading vehicles, material movements and general yard operations. Previous overhead crane operating experience is essential, along with a current forklift licence and basic computer skills. If you're safety-focused, dependable and experienced in a manufacturing or industrial environment, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

Our client operates within the manufacturing industry, where efficient yard operations and safe material handling are essential to daily operations. This role offers the opportunity to work within an operational team and further develop your skills and experience in manufacturing, logistics and material movements.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Operating forklifts to move and position materials around the yard.
• Operating overhead cranes to lift and transfer materials safely.
• Coordinating material movements to support daily operations.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe yard.
• Using computer systems to record and manage operational information.
• Conducting equipment checks and reporting hazards or faults.
• Following workplace health and safety procedures.
• Assisting with general yard duties as required.

Your Profile

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current and valid forklift licence.
• Experience operating an overhead crane.
• Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Experience loading, unloading and moving materials.
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A reliable, proactive approach and the ability to work effectively within a team.

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on individual looking to contribute to a busy manufacturing operation while building their experience in yard operations and material handling.