About the role

This is a long-term opportunity for a capable forklift operator who takes pride in safe, efficient freight handling. Local Freight offers a full time casual position, with a pathway to full-time permanent employment for the right person, and competitive remuneration. Work is primarily Monday to Friday, with some Saturday work as required.

Key responsibilities

- Load and unload a range of standard and non-standard palletised general freight.

- Build blended loads to achieve maximum payloads while maintaining safe load distribution.

- Load and unload mezzanine-floor trailers, linehaul trailers and local vehicles.

- Manifest freight, restrain loads and maintain accurate loading processes.

- Follow safe operating procedures and company policies at all times.

About you

- Current forklift licence and confident, practical forklift operating skills.





- Experience loading and unloading PUD fleet and mezzanine-floor trailers across mixed or blended general freight.

- Sound understanding of axle weights, payloads and load distribution.

- Computer literacy and the ability to complete freight manifesting requirements accurately.

- A strong commitment to safe work practices, with the ability to work independently when required.

- A reliable, motivated approach and the ability to contribute positively to a team.

- Experience loading timber (highly regarded).

About us

Local Freight is a progressive family-owned transport company servicing metro and Regional Queensland with a fleet of 80+ trucks and trailers. We carry a wide mix of general freight including various types of construction materials, fertilisers, and timber.

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