Forklift Operator - Store Area (Industrial Site)
Forklift Operator - Store Area (Paper Manufacturing Site)
7:00am – 3:00pm | Monday to Friday
Long‐term ongoing role | Immediate start
Gilbert Labour Solutions is seeking an experienced and reliable Forklift Operator to join our team at a renowned paper manufacturing and recycling facility in Smithfield.This position plays a key role in the Warehouse Store Area, supporting production, inventory flow, and general warehouse operations.
Who We Are
Gilbert Labour Solutions (GLS) is a contracting company that provides teams of skilled labourers, general cleaners and machine operators to major client sites across NSW.
GLS started in regional Tumut NSW in ****, where we continue to support clients across Cleaning, Paper Manufacturing & Pine Tree Forest Restoration.
In early ****, one of our major clients asked us to provide a team of skilled workers on their Smithfield Site.
Since then, our team has grown in skill coverage, job opportunities & size, from 6 to 24 people.
About the Role
This is primarily a Forklift Operating role focused on moving machinery parts and equipment in and out of the Warehouse Store on a large‐scale Paper Manufacturing & Recycling site.
Your duties will include:
Operating a forklift to move parts, equipment, and materials within the store and around site
Loading and unloading trucks
Assisting with inventory and stock movement
General warehouse and housekeeping tasks
Following all site safety procedures and traffic management rules




Performing general labouring tasks when required
What We're Looking For
Current LF Forklift Licence
Minimum 1–2 years forklift experience
Strong safety awareness and ability to follow procedures
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
Good communication and teamwork skills
Cross-skill coverage
Physically fit and comfortable in a fast‐paced industrial environment
Must hold valid Australian works rights
Able to attend Pre-screening Drug & Alcohol testing
Able to attend a Physical Examination
What We Offer
7am–3pm Monday to Friday – consistent day shift
Long‐term ongoing work with opportunities for overtime
Supportive onsite team and stable workload
Weekly pay and a strong safety culture
Opportunities to gain additional tickets such as:Working at Heights
Confined Space
Skid Steer Licence
Additional Information
Gilbert Labour Solutions is continually expanding its opportunities on site, opening pathways to learn, grow, and try current roles across industrial environments.
For the right candidates, we can offer:
Overtime with penalty rates (1.5x & 2x)
New job opportunities within the company
Company‐funded training and tickets
Participation in an on‐call roster with bonus incentives
Call‐out penalty rates
Note: These extra opportunities are completely optional.
You will notbe expected to take them on.
If you prefer to stick with your regular Monday–Friday role, that is absolutely fine and fully acceptable.
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📌 Forklift Operator - Store Area (Industrial Site) (New South Wales)
🏢 Gilbert Labour Solutions
📍 New South Wales