Forklift Operator

Programmed · Penfield SA 5121 · Casual/Holiday
Posted 8d ago

Forklift Operator

KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Operate counterbalance forklifts to move freight and load or unload rail wagons, trucks, trailers and containers.
  • Sort and check freight against paperwork, then palletise, pack and secure loads using appropriate restraint methods.
  • Work safely in a fast-paced terminal environment; a current LF forklift licence and counterbalance experience are required.

Location: Penfield

Employment Type: Casual, Ongoing

Pay Rate: $34.79 per hour

Shift: Day/Afternoon shift

Responsibilities:

Operate counterbalance forklifts to safely move freight around the terminal

Load and unload rail wagons and specialised freight equipment

Load and unload trucks, trailers and containers

Move pallets and general freight

Sort and check freight against delivery paperwork

Secure and restrain freight in accordance with load restraint requirements

Palletise, pack and use dunnage to safely secure loads

What You Need:

Current LF Forklift Licence

Previous counterbalance forklift experience

Ability to safely handle freight in a fast-paced environment

Good attention to detail and commitment to safety

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Drug & Alcohol screening

Medical assessment

Police clearance

Site induction

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website

Consultant

Logeshini.Kalidas@programmed.com.au

Reference number: 78840
Profession:Transport & LogisticsWarehouse & Distribution

Company: Programmed / PERSOLKELLY
Date posted: 30th Oct, 2026

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Skills

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Attention to detailCounterbalance forklift operationDelivery paperwork checkingDunnage useFreight handlingFreight packingFreight sortingLoad restraintLoading and unloadingPalletisingSafety awareness

Licenses & certifications

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Current lf forklift licence

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