ECS Project logistics are seeking an energetic and experienced Yard Hand (Forklift Operator) to join our team at our Brisbane (Sumner) Facility.

You will become part of a high preforming team ensuring all shipments move through the depot seamlessly and with care in order to provide the best service to our clients in a timely, efficient and protected manner.

The position requires an experienced operator who has proven experience working operating various forklifts (1t, 3.5t & 16t) and has sound knowledge of freight handling.

To be successful in this role you will possess the following mandatory skills and attributes.

Forklift Licence (LF)

Physically fit and willing to do manual handling

Ability to work flexible schedule

Experience in load and unloading semi-trailers and containers

Well-developed focus on safety within a logistics setting

Ability to work autonomously.

Ability to keep the depot in a tidy and safe condition

Ability to assist interstate drivers with loading and securing loads

Yard Hand Duties




Loading and unloading vehicles coming into and leaving the depot
Perform checks on trailers and dollies prior to departure to ensure vehicles and trailing equipment are compliant
Maintain the fleet which includes but not limited to greasing, washing and ensuring the appropriate binders and chains are allocated to trailers
Ensure the depot, yard, and warehouse are maintained in a clean and orderly condition
Assist with the delivery of trucks, trailers and dollies to repair and cleaning suppliers
Ensure regulatory compliance with safety, CoR, load restraint, state roads authorities and Heavy Vehicle National Laws (HVNL)
Report any faults with equipment in a timely manner
Report non-conformances, incidents, and unplanned changes
Assist drivers assembling trailers and dollies
Carry out extra duties as required and as directed by the manager

📌 Yard Hand Brisbane
🏢 Express Cargo Services
📍 Brisbane