About the Role

Our client, a well-established packaging manufacturer in Rocklea, is looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to join their outbound logistics team. You’ll safely operate forklifts to stage, load and dispatch finished goods in line with dispatch schedules and transport requirements. This role is focused on dispatch accuracy, timing and coordination, rather than general warehouse movement.

Employment Type

This role starts as a casual position, with the chance to transition to full-time permanent employment for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities
Operate counterbalance, high-reach or clamp forklift (site dependent) to stage and load finished goods
Load outbound vehicles according to load plans, run sheets and transport requirements
Check product quantities, labels and load accuracy before dispatch
Coordinate with dispatch, transport providers and warehouse teams to meet delivery schedules
Complete daily forklift safety checks and report any faults or damage
Follow dispatch, storage and load restraint procedures
Keep dispatch lanes, staging areas and load zones explicit
Support general warehouse or production activities during non-peak dispatch periods




Maintain a secure and orderly dispatch environment at all times

About You
Forklift experience in a warehouse, manufacturing or dispatch environment
Experience loading trucks and preparing outbound consignments
Understanding of load stability, weight distribution and safe loading practices
Ability to follow dispatch schedules, documentation and written instructions
Good communication skills

Mandatory Requirements
Valid LF (forklift) licence – LO (order picker) licence is advantageous
Ability to work rostered shifts
Physically fit to perform manual handling tasks
Ability to work safely around heavy vehicles and loading docks

Work Setting
Indoor and outdoor dispatch and warehouse areas
Exposure to moving forklifts, trucks and loading equipment
Moderate noise and quick-paced dispatch activity

Pay & Conditions

$47.10 per hour. Pay and conditions are in line with the relevant Enterprise Agreement or Award. Rate will be adjusted accordingly upon permanent conversion.

Job Types: Full-time, Casual

Pay: $47.10 per hour

Expected hours: 38.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Forklift Operator – Despatch Afternoon Shift Rocklea (Australia)
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