Hybrid Forklift Operator bei Followmont Transport

Join our established and growing business as a Forklift Operator at our Emerald depot. In this key role, you’ll be responsible for moving our freight with a focus on safely loading and unloading tautliners. This opportunity is ideal for a motivated individual with proven experience in loading multiple trailers. Full-time and casual positions are available, and we’re looking for someone ready to contribute to our team immediately.

 The Role:

• Position: Full-time, Permanent

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM start (Weekend work and Overtime available if interested)

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Efficiently and safely load general freight from body trucks and trailers

• Efficiently unload general freight from body trucks & trailers and ensure placed in the correct zone to ensure no misdirects.

• Follow a postcode sheet to place unloaded freight into the correct bays

• Maintain a steady work pace to meet departure times and maintain accuracy

• Adhere to established safety standards and guidelines

What’s In It for You:

• Full-time Position: Guaranteed hours, annual leave, and sick pay from day one

• Weekly Payment: Competitive weekly payment with overtime penalties applied.

• Work/Life Balance: Be home every night with no overnight stays.

• Career Progression: Opportunities to move into HR, HC, and MC positions.

• Training & Support: Job-specific training with in-house trainers and ongoing support

• Employee Recognition: Be rewarded for your hard work through our employee recognition programme, along with monthly team BBQs and dinners.

• Referral Program: Earn a bonus for referring new team members.

• Employee Benefits Programme: Discounts at major retailers

• Health Fund Discounts: Available for single or family cover

• Wellbeing Programmes: Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Wellbeing Programme, and Workplace Banking Programme

What You Need:

• Current LF - Forklift license 

• Previous experience loading and unloading from body trucks and trailers, fast-paced roll

• Ability to maximise trailers to full utilisation

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow a postcode sheet for correct freight placement

• Ability to pass a criminal history check

   

   

  Role Overview:

• This Forklift Operator role focuses on delivering high-quality, precise work in a structured, stable environment. It requires a steady, methodical approach to tasks, working within established systems, standards, and guidelines. The right candidate will be someone who values consistency, accuracy, and has a strong commitment to following procedures. Supported by structured training and coaching, this role offers an opportunity to develop into a valued technical expert within the business. If you're looking for a position that provides both stability and growth, apply now to join our team!

If this opportunity sounds interesting and aligns with your values, please apply, or send your resume to [email protected] with the subject Forklift Emerald 

Location: 17 Sir Leslie Wilson Drive, Emerald QLD

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