Warehouse Operators (Forklift Drivers)

Location: NEWSTEAD, QLD

Salary: Not Specified

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

• Dalby QLD 4405
• Cecil Plains QLD 4407
• Beardmore / St George QLD 4487
• Moura QLD 4718
• Emerald QLD 4720
• Wee Waa NSW 2388

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain warehouse machinery (loader, forklift, sweeper).

Conduct routine pre-start checks and basic maintenance to ensure safety and performance.

• Load and unload incoming and outgoing bale and container trucks efficiently, and build bale loads in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with mass, dimension, and load restraint requirements for heavy vehicles.
• Communicate vehicle movements via UHF and assist in directing traffic in line with site traffic management plans.

Ensure safe loading and unloading of trucks.

• Support Warehouse Leading Hand and Supervisor to direct traffic in the warehouse precinct in accordance with traffic management plan/s.
• Operate company systems (e.g., SAP and warehouse applications) and maintain accurate records.
• Provide support for DAFF Authorised Officer inspections of containers and cotton bales.

Skills and Qualifications

• At least one (1) year of relevant experience operating/loading equipment and packing containers in a warehouse or industrial environment, preferably with agricultural commodities
• Proven ability to operate heavy equipment and machinery, including forklifts
• Basic knowledge of vehicle inspection and maintenance (advantageous)
• Ability to use company data systems and troubleshoot when required
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce site safety procedures
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Valid driver’s licence (required)
• Valid forklift licence (required)
• Knowledge of safety legislation
• Willingness to undertake training for DAFF Authorised Officer accreditation (at company expense)

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 per annum depending on experience