Job Description

HOBAN Recruitment | Forklift Operators | $36.81/hr | Temporary Contract | Melbourne About the Opportunity HOBAN Recruitment is currently seeking experienced and reliable Forklift Operators to join our team for a major sporting event in Melbourne CBD from October 2026 to March 2027.

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This is an exciting opportunity to work on a large-scale event, supporting the movement of equipment, materials and event infrastructure throughout the build, site readiness, bump-in, live operations and bump-out phases.

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You will work closely with onsite coordinators, contractors, labourers and other event personnel to ensure materials and equipment are moved safely and efficiently across the event site.

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About the Role

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As a Forklift Operator, your responsibilities may include:

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- Operating a forklift safely and efficiently across the event site
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- Loading, unloading and relocating equipment and materials
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- Moving pallets, event infrastructure, equipment and other materials
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- Supporting event bump-in and site setup
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- Assisting with the delivery and positioning of materials across designated work areas
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- Supporting contractors, labourers and onsite teams with material movements
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- Assisting with site preparation and pack-down
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- Supporting bump-out and dismantling activities
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- Conducting required pre-start and safety checks
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- Following site traffic management and safety procedures
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- Maintaining a secure and organised work environment
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- Reporting any equipment, safety or operational issues to supervisors
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- Following instructions from onsite coordinators and project management
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- Working effectively as part of a large event operations team
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About You

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To be successful in this role, you will have:

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- A current and valid forklift licence
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- Demonstrated experience operating a forklift in a warehouse, construction, logistics, events or similar environment
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- Experience operating safely around pedestrians and other site personnel
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- Strong awareness of workplace health and safety requirements
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- Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions
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- A reliable and punctual work ethic
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- The ability to work effectively within a large team
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- Physical fitness and the ability to assist with general site duties when required
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- Flexibility to work across different stages of the event
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- Previous major event or large-scale site experience is highly desirable
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Project Timeline

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This is a large-scale event project with opportunities available across multiple stages:

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- Mid-October 2026 – December 2026: Event setup, site preparation and bump-in
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- January 2027: Live event operations, supporting the event throughout the event period
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- February 2026 – End of March 2027: Bump-out, pack-down and site reinstatement
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Successful applicants may have the opportunity to work across one or multiple stages of the project, depending on operational requirements, availability and experience.

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Please note that shift requirements may vary across each stage of the project, with increased workforce requirements expected during key setup and bump-out periods.

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Why Join Us?

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This is a fantastic opportunity to work behind the scenes of a major sporting event and gain experience in large-scale event logistics and site operations.

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You will work alongside HOBAN, our client, contractors, labourers and other onsite personnel to help deliver a successful major sporting event.

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Contract Details

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Employer: HOBAN Recruitment
n Location: Melbourne
n Pay Rate: $36.81 per hour
n Engagement: Temporary Contract
n Work Environment: Major Event / Site Operations
n Project Period: Mid-October 2026 – End of March 2027
n Project Stages: Bump-In / Setup / Live Event Operations / Bump-Out
n Phases: Build & Readiness / Bump-In / Live Operations / Bump-Out
n Licence: Current Forklift Licence Required

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At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at***********@hoban.com.auor visit www.hoban.com.au/adjustmentsfor additional contact details.

📌 Event Forklift Driver (Victoria)
🏢 HOBAN Recruitment
📍 Victoria