Labourforce is currently seeking an experienced Sideloader Forklift Operator for an ongoing opportunity with a well-established steel manufacturing and distribution facility located in Crestmead, QLD.

This role is ideal for operators who have experience working in steel yards, timber yards, or handling long/wide loads. You will be responsible for safely moving and loading long steel materials used in building construction.

Location

Crestmead, QLD

Shift & Pay

Sunday: 5:00pm – 12:30am | $74.70 per hour

Monday – Thursday: 5:00pm – 12:30am | $48.55 per hour

Ongoing Monday–Thursday afternoon shifts with a Sunday shift available.

Key Responsibilities

- Operating a sideloader forklift to move long steel materials

- Loading and unloading trucks with steel purlins, columns and tophats (8–20 metres long)

- Moving stock safely around the warehouse and yard

- Placing timber blocks and positioning freight for safe transport

- Securing loads prior to dispatch





- Assisting with general yard and warehouse operations

Requirements

- Valid Forklift Licence (LF)

- Sideloader forklift experience highly regarded

- Experience handling long loads (steel, timber, building materials or similar)

- Previous work in a steel yard, metal yard, timber yard or construction materials environment advantageous

- Strong focus on safety and safe load handling

- Reliable with good work ethic

Why Apply

- Competitive hourly rates with penalty pay on Sundays

- Ongoing work with a reputable industry leader

- Afternoon shift allowing flexibility during the day

- Opportunity to work within a specialised materials handling workplace

If you’re an experienced forklift operator comfortable with long or oversized materials, apply now to be considered.

📌 Sideloader Forklift Operator – Steel Yard | $48.55–$74.70/hr | Crestmead
🏢 Labourforce
📍 Crestmead