At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate a sideloader forklift to safely move and load long steel materials.
- Company: Join a well-established steel manufacturing and distribution facility in Crestmead.
- Benefits: Earn competitive pay with penalty rates on Sundays and ongoing work.
- Other info: Be part of a reputable industry leader with a strong focus on safety.
- Why this job: Enjoy flexible afternoon shifts while working in a specialised materials handling environment.
- Qualifications: Valid Forklift Licence and experience with long loads preferred.
The predicted salary is between 74.7 - 74.7 $ per hour.
Labourforce is currently seeking an experienced Sideloader Forklift Operator for an ongoing opportunity with a well-established steel manufacturing and distribution facility located in Crestmead, QLD. This role is ideal for operators who have experience working in steel yards, timber yards, or handling long/wide loads. You will be responsible for safely moving and loading long steel materials used in building construction.
Location: Crestmead, QLD
Shift & Pay:
- Sunday: 5:00pm - 12:30am | $74.70 per hour
- Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 12:30am | $48.55 per hour
- Ongoing Monday-Thursday afternoon shifts with a Sunday shift available.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operating a sideloader forklift to move long steel materials
- Loading and unloading trucks with steel purlins, columns and tophats (8-20 metres long)
- Moving stock safely around the warehouse and yard
- Placing timber blocks and positioning freight for safe transport
- Securing loads prior to dispatch
- Assisting with general yard and warehouse operations
Requirements:
- Valid Forklift Licence (LF)
- Sideloader forklift experience highly regarded
- Experience handling long loads (steel, timber, building materials or similar)
- Previous work in a steel yard, metal yard, timber yard or construction materials environment advantageous
- Strong focus on safety and safe load handling
- Reliable with good work ethic
Why Apply:
- Competitive hourly rates with penalty pay on Sundays
- Ongoing work with a reputable industry leader
- Afternoon shift allowing flexibility during the day
- Opportunity to work within a specialised materials handling environment
Sideloader Forklift Operator – Steel Yard employer: Labourforce
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