Job Description
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Attractive hourly rates + overtime penalties
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Monday to Friday roster
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Supportive team environment with ongoing stability
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Here's How You'll Be a Part Of Our Team
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Attractive hourly rates + overtime penalties
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Full-time permanent opportunity
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Monday to Friday roster
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Supportive team environment with ongoing stability
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The Forklift Operator position at our Kingston branch plays a critical role in the safe movement, loading, unloading and organisation of hire equipment across the yard.
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This position is responsible for operating the forklift and is the primary resource for loading and unloading our portable buildings, ensuring customer deliveries and collections are completed safely and efficiently.
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Working in a fast-paced environment, you'll help ensure equipment is ready for customers while maintaining a safe and effective worksite.
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As Part Of The Role, You Will
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Safely load and unload portable buildings, equipment and assets using a forklift.
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Coordinate customer deliveries and collections, ensuring all loading activities are completed safely and efficiently.
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Conduct load restraint checks and ensure equipment is transported safely.
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Prepare outgoing equipment and receive returned equipment in line with branch processes.
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Maintain a clean, organised and safe yard environment.
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Perform general yard duties, including equipment cleaning and presentation.
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Work closely with customers, drivers and branch team members to support daily operations.
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What You'll Bring To The Role
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Along with previous experience in a forklift, logistics, transport or yard environment, you'll have:
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Current Forklift Licence (LF) and Driver's Licence (essential)
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Demonstrated experience loading and unloading large or bulky equipment safely
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Knowledge of load restraint and safe loading/unloading practices
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A strong commitment to safety and following procedures
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Ability to work in an outdoor yard environment and undertake manual handling tasks
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A reliable, team-focused attitude and strong work ethic
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What You'll Get In Return
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As a member of the Coates team, you'll enjoy a range of perks and benefits, including:
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Training and career progression pathways
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Access to our employee discounts and benefits program
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Purchased additional leave program
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Employee discounts on equipment hire
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Novated leasing and salary sacrifice
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Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture.
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Coates welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
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Coates. Equipped for you.

📌 Forklift Operator (Yardperson) (Queensland)
🏢 Coates
📍 Queensland