At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate forklifts safely in a fast-paced construction materials yard.
- Company: Join Workfast, a leading labour-hire company in Australia.
- Benefits: Earn $34.57/hr plus penalty rates and enjoy a consistent Monday to Friday schedule.
- Other info: Diverse workplace that values safety and supports all applicants.
- Why this job: Gain long-term stability with pathways to permanent employment in a safety-first culture.
- Qualifications: Must have a valid SafeWork NSW High Risk Work Licence and forklift experience.
The predicted salary is between 34.57 - 34.57 $ per hour.
Workfast is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Forklift Operator to join a leading construction materials manufacturing and distribution facility in Nowra. This role is set within a fast-paced yard and manufacturing environment handling heavy building supplies, precast products, and bulk raw materials. If you have solid counterbalance experience, a strong safety mindset, and want steady Monday to Friday work with attractive penalty rates, we want to hear from you.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive Pay: $34.57/hr base rate + penalty rates + superannuation
- Balanced Schedule: Consistent Monday to Friday roster with optional overtime available
- Long-Term Stability: Ongoing placement with clear pathways toward permanent employment
- Safety-First Culture: Modern, well-maintained machinery and a supportive team environment
Key Responsibilities
- Safe operation of high-capacity counterbalance forklifts across indoor and outdoor yard environments
- Loading and unloading flatbeds, semi-trailers, and delivery vehicles with pallets, bulk bags, and heavy construction materials
- Stacking, staging, and retrieving finished goods and raw materials for production lines
- Completing daily pre-start inspections, routine machinery checks, and reporting maintenance needs
- Performing yard organisation, stock counts, and general housekeeping duties
- Following all site Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) procedures and load-restraint guidelines
Requirements
- Valid SafeWork NSW High Risk Work Licence (LF)
- Demonstrated experience operating forklifts within heavy industrial, construction, manufacturing, or transport yards
- Experience handling heavy, uneven, or bulk palletised loads safely
- Availability to work standard Monday to Friday shifts
- Valid driver’s licence and reliable transport to travel to site in Nowra
- Strong commitment to zero-harm workplace safety standards
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and fitness-to-work assessment
- Full, unrestricted Australian working rights
About us: Workfast is a labour-hire company working with some of Australia's largest and leading building companies. We operate in all states of Australia and our employees work in all industries. When you join our team we make sure that you're looked after, paid well and that we follow all Australian Fair Work standards. Workfast embraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at any time of application.
Forklift Operator in Nowra employer: Workfast
Workfast is an excellent employer that values its team members by offering competitive pay and a supportive work environment. With ongoing roles and the potential for full-time employment, employees can expect opportunities for professional growth while enjoying a balanced day shift schedule from Monday to Friday. Located in Victoria, the company fosters a culture of safety and teamwork, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
