Team Leader / Forklift Operator – AM Shift

Why Join AirRoad?

- Join a safety-first workplace that genuinely values its people.

- Monthly staff barbecues – we celebrate wins and team spirit!

- Birthday gift cards – a small way we say thank you.

- Be part of a company with stable, long-term employment and real growth potential.

- Take the next step in your career with an opportunity to lead and develop a team.

About Us

AirRoad is a national leader in premium express delivery, specialised transport, and supply chain management services. We're known for our commitment to delivering freight on time, in full, and undamaged, every time – and we do it all with a solid focus on safety and reliability.

At AirRoad, safety isn't just a box to tick – it's a core part of how we operate, every single day.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Team Leader / Forklift Operator to join our Meadowbrook AM Operations team.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to an experienced forklift operator who can lead by example, coordinate daily activities and support the performance of the broader forklift and dockhand team.

Working closely with operational management, you will help ensure the smooth, safe and efficient movement of freight while providing direction and support to other forklift operators.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

- Providing day-to-day leadership, direction and support to other forklift operators.

- Conducting daily pre-start meetings and communicating operational priorities, safety requirements and expectations.

- Coordinating and overseeing daily forklift and freight-handling activities.

- Leading by example and promoting safe work practices across the team.

- Operating forklifts to safely load and unload freight, including palletised and oversized items.





- Assisting with general dockhand duties, including sorting, scanning and staging freight for interstate and local distribution.

- Monitoring workflow to ensure freight is handled efficiently and operational deadlines are achieved.

- Identifying and escalating operational or safety issues as they arise.

- Supporting a positive, accountable and safety-focused team environment.

This position requires someone who enjoys being actively involved in operations while taking responsibility for guiding and supporting others.

What You'll Need

- A current and valid Forklift Licence.

- Proven forklift experience, preferably within a transport, logistics or warehouse environment.

- Previous team leadership or supervisory experience (highly regarded).

- Confidence communicating with and directing operational team members.

- Experience conducting pre-start meetings or toolbox talks (highly regarded).

- Experience loading and unloading interstate road freight trailers (preferred).

- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing operational priorities.

- A proactive approach to workplace safety, problem-solving and teamwork.

Shift Details

- Early AM start – Monday to Friday.

- Permanent full-time position.

- Overtime available when required.

Diversity & Inclusion

AirRoad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.

? If you're an experienced forklift operator ready to take the next step into a hands-on leadership role, or an established team leader who enjoys remaining on the floor and leading by example, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now via SEEK or visit www.airroad.com.au

📌 Team Leader / Forklift Operator - AM Shift (Meadowbrook)
🏢 AirRoad
📍 Meadowbrook