Job Description

Forklift Driver - Counterbalance | Morning Shift

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MployHR is a wholly owned Australian labour hire, recruitment, and HR business with a presence in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.

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Our Client

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Shift

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Monday to Friday

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7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Day Shift)

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Pay Rate

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$38.69 per hour + Superannuation

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Duties and Responsibilities

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- Operate a counterbalance forklift
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- Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently
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- Move raw materials, ingredients, and finished products throughout the warehouse
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- and production areas
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- Perform RF scanning, receiving, dispatching, stock checks, inspections, and required
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- Maintain housekeeping and warehouse cleanliness standards
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- Work across different temperature-controlled environments, including ambient and freezer areas
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- Regularly move goods into freezer rooms throughout the shift
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- Load approximately 3–4 freezer trucks per shift, with freezer exposure limited to a maximum of 1 hour per truck load
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- Work comfortably in temperatures as low as -22°C (freezer jackets provided; candidates are encouraged to bring their own jackets. Safety boots are not provided)
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- Work independently and efficiently once trained
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- Demonstrate a proactive, can-do attitude and perform well in a fast-paced environment
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- Maintain a high level of attention to detail
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- Utilise sound computer, numeracy, and literacy skills in daily operation
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Experience & Requirements

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- Minimum 2 years' experience operating counterbalance forklifts
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- Experience in warehouse operations, including receipting, dispatch, RF scanning, stock control, and inventory movements
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- Experience within food manufacturing environments is highly regarded but not essential
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- Valid forklift licence
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- Own reliable transport
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- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after training
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- Strong work ethic with a positive and proactive attitude
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- Comfortable working under pressure and adapting to changing operational demands
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- Adaptable availability to work across day, afternoon, and night shifts, including on-call work when required
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- Willingness to work overtime, cover absences, and work weekends when required.
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📌 Forklift Driver - Counterbalance | Morning Shift (Williamstown)
🏢 Mploy HR Group
📍 Williamstown