Forklift Operator - Transport Depot

KTrans; Welshpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in Welshpool is seeking a Forklift Operator to manage the loading and unloading of general freight in a busy depot. The ideal candidate will have a current Forklift Licence, a valid Driver's Licence, and experience in a transport environment. Key responsibilities include ensuring cargo is managed properly and meeting safety standards while loading trailers. This position offers competitive wages, flexible shifts, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive wages and benefits

Flexible shifts

Reward and Recognition program

Professional developmental opportunities

Qualifications

• Cleared Forklift Licence and Load Restraint Awareness required.
• Proven experience in a busy transport depot.
• Ability to load and unload trailers efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and load/unload freight safely.
• Complete documentation in accordance with procedures.
• Ensure cargo is suitable for travel and packaged correctly.

Skills

Forklift operating skill

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Documentation skills

Safety awareness

Education

Current Forklift Licence

Valid Driver's Licence

Job description

KTrans are a leading Western Australian family owned and operated transport and logistics business operating with a focus of providing high quality end-to-end logistics solutions for our business partners. We are a diverse organisation and offer a variety of services including linehaul transport, bulk transport services, wharf cartage services, warehousing and distribution, and specialised transport solutions.

The role

This position is not entry-level — we are looking for an operator with a proven track record in the transport industry, specifically in loading and unloading high volumes of general freight onto linehaul trailers in a busy depot environment. Much of the freight is mine-site bound and often over-dimensional, irregular, or heavy, requiring a high level of forklift operating skill, judgement, and safety awareness.

Key responsibilities

As our Forklift Operator, your primary responsibilities will include receiving, sorting, consolidating/manifesting, and loading/unloading general freight and containerised import/export cargo safely, in accordance with KTrans documented procedures and standards.

Why work for us

• Great conditions including competitive wages and benefits package, team based and a no blame culture.
• Flexible shifts across 7 days.
• An established and fast growing West Australian private and family‑owned business with a great team culture and positive sense of its values.
• Be a key part of the team and be treated as such, a teammate and not just a number.
• Professional developmental opportunities and a diverse business for continued learning and improvement.
• Reward and Recognition program – quarterly and yearly with additional workplace offerings, Salary Sacrifice and Novated Leasing options.

You will be accountable for

• Ensuring cargo is received in an orderly manner and to customers packaging guidelines.
• Completion of accurate and timely documentation via our TMS (Bustle, Freight Tracker) systems in accordance with KTrans freight preparation procedures.
• Ensuring packaging requirements are noted and complied with, eg – fragile goods, dangerous goods, insufficient packaging.
• Correct use of all consumable items so freight is fit for travel, eg – labels, consignments, cargo wrapping.
• Loading freight onto assets diligently so freight is suitable to travel, secure and safe in accordance with Load Restraint Guide, and therefore loaded to highest standard for linehaul transport.

The Requirements

• Current Forklift Licence and Load Restraint Awareness. National Load Restraint ticket preferred.
• Valid Driver's Licence.
• Proven experience operating a forklift in a busy transport depot.
• Demonstrated ability to load and unload trailers efficiently and safely.
• An ability to measure cargo accurately with high level and attention to detail.
• Develop and maintain a high level of cargo care which results in excellent customer service skills.
• Clear and legible handwriting and documentation skills.
• Sound understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Principles and commitment to safe work practices.
• Display and promote the KTrans Pillars of Discipline, Loyalty, Accountability, Honesty, Pride.

How to apply and what is the process?

If you meet the criteria mentioned above and would like to be part of the team, please apply with your most updated CV and ensure all relevant tickets and licences are listed.

You can also email your application to ***********@ktrans.com.au

KTrans are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from women, Australian Defence Force Veterans and Indigenous and Torres Strait Islanders.

We would like to encourage people of all ages, backgrounds and cultures to apply!