Accelerate Your Career – Forklift Operators / Airfreight Terminal Operators Wanted
Join the fast-paced world of airfreight and logistics, where every shift brings a new challenge and opportunity. We're seeking motivated and reliable Forklift Operators / Airfreight Terminal Operators to become part of a dynamic team handling international import and export cargo.

If you're looking for a hands-on role with long-term career opportunities in a thriving industry, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: Due to the 24/7 nature of airfreight operations, successful applicants must be available to work across morning, afternoon, and night shifts on a rotating roster. Full availability is essential.

About the Role

As an Airfreight Terminal Operator, you'll play a key role in the safe and efficient movement of international cargo through a busy airfreight facility. Working as part of a high-performing team, your responsibilities will include:

- Operating forklifts to load, unload, and move freight throughout the warehouse and terminal
- Breaking down inbound import shipments and preparing freight for distribution
- Building up export consignments in accordance with airline and operational requirements
- Loading and unloading airfreight from trucks and aircraft containers
- Removing cargo nets, straps, and shrink-wrap from freight pallets
- Sorting, scanning, and handling freight to ensure accurate processing and dispatch
- Performing manual handling duties as required
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient work environment
- Ensuring all freight is handled in line with safety, security, and operational procedures

Why Join Us?





- Competitive pay rates of $33–$40 per hour depending on shift patterns
- Temp-to-permanent opportunity with genuine long-term career prospects
- Fast-paced and diverse environment where no two shifts are the same
- Supportive and safety-focused team culture
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Career progression within the airfreight and logistics industry

Rosters & Pay

- Rotating roster across morning, afternoon, and night shifts
- Full availability across all shift patterns is essential
- This role is not suited to candidates seeking fixed shifts, part-time hours, or limited availability
- Weekday rates ranging from $33–$40 per hour, plus applicable shift penalties

What We're Looking For

- Current Forklift Licence (LF)
- Previous forklift experience, ideally within freight, transport, warehousing, logistics, or airfreight environments
- Experience handling palletised freight and working in fast-paced operations is highly regarded
- Full time availability and flexibility to work across morning, afternoon, and night shifts on a rotating roster
- Ability to commit to a rotating roster on an ongoing basis
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop within the airfreight industry
- Ability to pass ongoing drug and alcohol testing
- Clean criminal record
- Reliable, safety-conscious, and team-oriented approach

Ready to Get Started?

Take the next step in your logistics career and join a team that values safety, teamwork, and professional growth. Apply now to become part of an exciting and growing airfreight operation.

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