Yard Coordinator / Forklift Operator – Hands-On Yard Leadership Role
We are looking for an energetic, switched-on Yard Coordinator / Forklift Operator to take a leading role in the day-to-day coordination of our busy scrap metal recycling facility.
This is not a role for someone who wants to sit in an office all day. You'll be out in the yard, communicating constantly over two-way radio, coordinating truck movements, directing drivers and jumping on a forklift whenever required.
You'll be one of the key people keeping the yard organised, safe and productive.
About the Role
Your day will involve:
Coordinating incoming and outgoing truck movements throughout the yard
Directing drivers to the correct loading, unloading and processing areas
Communicating clearly and confidently using two-way radio
Working closely with machine operators, truck drivers, weighbridge staff and management
Operating forklifts to move, load and unload materials when required
Monitoring traffic flow and preventing unnecessary congestion or delays
Keeping loading and unloading areas organised and accessible
Helping prioritise jobs when the yard becomes busy
Maintaining strong housekeeping and safety standards across the site
Identifying issues early and communicating them to the relevant people
Being hands-on and helping the team wherever required
About You
You will need to be:




An excellent communicator – particularly over two-way radio
Confident giving explicit instructions to truck drivers and operators
Energetic, agile and comfortable being on your feet throughout the day
Happy to regularly hop on and off a forklift as the operation requires
Friendly, approachable and upbeat while still being able to take control when required
Highly organised with good situational awareness
Able to think quickly and prioritise multiple truck movements
Safety focused and comfortable working around trucks and heavy machinery
Reliable, punctual and willing to take ownership of the yard
A team player who isn't afraid to get their hands dirty
Ability to confidently use two-way radio communication
Previous experience operating a forklift
Highly Regarded
Experience in scrap metal, recycling, transport, logistics, warehousing or heavy industry
Experience coordinating trucks or managing yard movements
Experience working around heavy machinery
This is an important position within our yard. For the right person, there is an opportunity to take real ownership of the day-to-day yard operation and develop further as the business continues to grow.
If you're energetic, confident, organised and enjoy being right in the middle of a busy operation, we want to hear from you.
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📌 Yard Coordinator / Forklift Operator – Hands-On Yard Leadership Role (New South Wales)
🏢 Complete Metal Industries
📍 New South Wales