Position summary

The Forklift Driver safely moves, stores and loads stock in our warehouse so customer orders leave accurately and on time.

Key responsibilities

• Unload inbound containers and deliveries, checking quantities and condition against paperwork

• Put away pallets to the correct racking locations and keep location records accurate in the warehouse management system (WMS)

• Replenish pick faces and retrieve pallets for order picking

• Load outbound trucks and containers, securing loads correctly

• Carry out daily pre-start checks on your forklift and report faults or damage immediately

• Operate scanners and handheld devices to record stock movements in real time

• Take part in cycle counts and stocktakes

• Keep aisles, dock areas and work zones clean, clear and free of hazards

• Handle, stack and wrap pallets, and dispose of packaging in line with site procedures

• Support the wider warehouse team with picking, packing and returns during peak periods

Selection criteria

Essential

• Current Victorian forklift (LF) licence issued under the national High Risk Work Licence system; reach truck (LO) or order picker (LF/LO as relevant) is a plus





• Demonstrated experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or distribution environment

• Working knowledge of secure operating procedures, load limits and pedestrian safety

• Ability to use scanners and basic computer systems

• Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team

• Right to work in Australia

Work health and safety

Every team member is responsible for safety under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic). In this role you must:

• Hold and carry a current forklift licence, and operate only the equipment you are licensed for

• Complete pre-start checks and tag out any unsafe equipment

• Follow traffic management rules, speed limits and pedestrian exclusion zones

• Wear required PPE, including hi-vis and safety footwear

• Report incidents, near misses and hazards straight away

• Stop work if a task is unsafe

Physical requirements and working conditions

• Extended periods of sitting on a forklift, plus standing, walking and manual handling

• Lifting and carrying items up to [20] kg when required

• Repetitive tasks, including getting on and off equipment

• Warehouse environment with temperature variation, noise and moving vehicles

📌 Forklift Driver (Brooklyn)
🏢 Novo Shoes Group
📍 Brooklyn