Graduate Mechanical Engineer - Material Handling & Forklifts
Location: Brisbane, QLD
Full-Time Position
Launch Your Engineering Career with Fork Force Australia
Fork Force Australia is one of Australia's leading material handling equipment companies, supplying, hiring, servicing, and supporting a comprehensive range of forklifts, stock pickers, container handlers, reach stackers, and specialised material handling equipment.
With our Head Office based in Brisbane and a national branch network, we provide innovative material handling solutions to customers across industries including warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, transport, ports, construction, and mining.
As the Australian importer and distributor of our own ENFORCER range of forklifts and material handling equipment, we are continually expanding our engineering capability and are seeking a motivated Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our team.
About the Role
This is an exciting chance for a recent engineering graduate to build a career within a growing national business where engineering plays a critical role in supporting customers, equipment compliance, product development, and technical innovation.
Working from our Brisbane Head Office, you will be involved in a diverse range of engineering activities, gaining exposure to real-world applications of mechanical engineering in mobile equipment and material handling systems.
You will work alongside experienced engineers, technicians, and industry professionals to provide engineering support across our national operations.
Key Responsibilities




Assist in developing engineering solutions for customer-specific material handling applications
Support equipment modifications, customisations, and attachment integration projects
Prepare engineering drawings, technical documentation, and design calculations
Assist with compliance assessments and engineering approvals
Support product development and continuous improvement initiatives across the ENFORCER product range
Conduct equipment inspections and technical evaluations
Provide technical support to sales, service, and operations teams nationally
Liaise with suppliers, customers, technicians, and regulatory bodies
Assist in developing engineering standards, procedures, and technical resources
About You
We are looking for a graduate who is eager to learn, enjoys solving practical engineering problems, and wants to develop a long-term career in industrial equipment and material handling.
Essential Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or graduating within the next 12 months)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting
Current Australian Driver's Licence or ability to obtain one
Highly Regarded
Internship, vacation work,



or project experience involving machinery, manufacturing, mining, transport, logistics, or industrial equipment
Knowledge of hydraulic systems, structures, mobile equipment, or mechanical design
Practical workshop or fabrication experience
Interest in forklifts, heavy equipment, vehicles, or industrial machinery
What We Offer
Structured mentoring and professional development
Exposure to a broad range of engineering disciplines and projects
Hands-on experience with forklifts, container handlers, stock pickers, and specialised material handling equipment
Opportunity to work with Australia's growing ENFORCER equipment range
National business exposure with opportunities to work across multiple branches and projects
Career progression within a well-established and growing company
Competitive graduate salary package
Supportive team culture with a strong focus on learning and development
Why Join Fork Force Australia?
This is not a traditional graduate engineering role where you'll spend your days behind a desk.
At Fork Force Australia, you'll gain practical experience working with real equipment, real customers, and real engineering challenges.
From customised forklift solutions and equipment modifications to compliance, design, and technical support, you'll develop skills that will set the foundation for a rewarding engineering career.
If you're passionate about machinery, enjoy solving problems, and want to be part of a business that keeps Australia's industries moving, we want to hear from you.
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📌 Graduate Engineer (Brisbane)
🏢 Fork Force Australia Pty
📍 Brisbane