COLD STORAGE FREEZER FORKLIFT OPERATORS WANTED

A leading company in the Cold Storage and Distribution industry is currently seeking experienced and reliable Storepersons / Forklift Operators to join their team for Day and Afternoon shifts.

Location of work will be in Pemulwuy or Smithfield facility will require flexibility for either location 

This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse environment. You’ll need to be confident operating High Reach Forklifts, especially CROWN brand, and working in cold/freezer conditions (-28°C).

🔹 Shifts & Pay Rates:

• Day Shift: Start time 5:30 AM – $35.35 /hr + OT + Cold Allowance

• Afternoon Shift: Start time 1:30 PM – $39.59/hr + OT + Cold Allowance

🧊 Key Responsibilities:

• High Reach Forklift Operation (CROWN brand – Double Deep up to 9 bays high)

• Freezer work (-28°C environment)

• Picking & Packing orders

• Replenishment and stock rotation

• Loading and unloading trucks

• Use of pallet wrapping machines and EPJs

• General warehousing and ad hoc duties

✅ To be considered, you MUST:

• Hold a valid LF Forklift Licence

• Have High Reach Forklift experience (CROWN, Double Deep – 12+ months minimum)

• Be confident with 7–9 bays high racking

• Have 2+ years’ experience in a similar role/industry

• Be physically fit – heavy lifting involved

• Have your own reliable transport

• Be punctual, reliable, and flexible with shift availability

• Freezer/cold room experience is highly regarded

• RF scanning experience preferred (not essential)

🩺 Pre-employment Requirements:

All shortlisted candidates must complete a Pre-Employment Medical, including a Drug and Alcohol Test, conducted by our on-site Occupational Nurse during the interview process.