Experienced Forklift Operators wanted for a rotating roster with outstanding shift rates, consistent hours and ongoing work in Kurri Kurri.
Direct Personnel are currently seeking experienced and reliable Forklift Operators/Production Workers to join a busy manufacturing facility based in Kurri Kurri.
This is a hands‑on role combining forklift operation with production duties. You’ll work across a rotating roster, including weekends, so we’re looking for candidates who enjoy variety, are flexible across shifts and are ready to get stuck into a busy manufacturing setting.
Your Roster & Pay Rates
You’ll rotate across day, afternoon and night shifts:
Day Shift: 6:30am to 3:00pm - $38.44/hr
Afternoon Shift: 2:30pm to 11:00pm - $43.82/hr
Night Shift: 10:30pm to 7:00am - $47.66/hr
Weekend shifts as required by the rotating roster
Applicable overtime and weekend penalties
What You’ll Be Doing:
Operating forklifts to move materials and products around site
Loading and unloading trucks safely and efficiently
Supporting day-to-day production and manufacturing operations
Moving materials between warehouse and production areas
Completing general production and labouring duties as required
Keeping work areas clean, organised and safe
What We Need from You:
Current LF Forklift Licence - essential
Previous forklift operating experience
Manufacturing or production experience highly regarded
Availability to rotate across day, afternoon and night shifts
Flexibility to work weekends as rostered
Physically fit and comfortable with hands‑on production work
Current Police Check or willingness to obtain
Reliable and punctual with a robust work ethic
Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol testFull Australian working rights
What’s In It for You
Immediate start available
Full‑time rostered hours
Ongoing work currently covered until mid-October
Overtime opportunities
Weekly pay through Direct Personnel
PPE provided
On‑site parking
At Direct Personnel, we value diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.