Experienced operating forklifts with steel, timber, piping, or oversized loads?
Join a leading Australian manufacturer offering stable work, great team culture, and long-term career potential.
What's on Offer
* Ongoing, consistent work offering full-time hours Monday to Friday
* Opportunity to transition into a permanent position
* Day and afternoon shifts available
* Work with a nationally recognised steel manufacturing business
* Supportive team environment with strong safety culture
* Stable, long-term opportunity in a growing industry
The Opportunity
Our client is a leading Australian steel manufacturer supplying building products to commercial and residential projects nationwide. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Loader to join their Townsville team.
This hands‐on role involves loading and unloading steel products including roofing, walling, beams, and other oversized materials within a fast‐paced yard environment. Ideal for a confident forklift operator experienced handling long‐length or non‐standard loads safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate forklifts to safely move and load steel building products and oversized materials
* Load and unload trucks with non‐standard freight including roofing, walling, steel, piping, and long‐length products
* Safely secure and strap loads for transport
* Work closely with dispatch and production teams to ensure timely deliveries
* Perform general yard duties and maintain a clean, organised workspace
* Follow all workplace safety procedures and load restraint requirements
* Provide occasional customer interaction and support on‐site
About You
* Current LF Forklift Licence (essential)
* Proven experience operating forklifts with oversized, awkward, or non‐standard loads
* Experience handling steel, timber, piping, construction materials, or similar products
* Confidence working in manufacturing, transport, warehouse, or yard environments
* Strong understanding of load restraint and safe material handling practices
* Reliable work ethic with a safety‐first mindset
* Willingness to assist with both forklift and ground‐based duties
* Ability to pass a pre‐employment drug and alcohol test
Apply Now
If you're a confident forklift operator looking for ongoing work and the opportunity to secure a permanent role, click APPLY today.
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