Forklift Driver

Learn more about becoming a forklift driver, get insights into types of forklifts, know the pay rates , learn about casual vs perm employment, how it is to be working for an agency, and where to get your licence. Or if you have already made the decision to be a forklift driver, apply now!

Average Pay - $30+

Demand -

High

Time to hire -

Low

Job Description

A Forklift Driver is responsible for operating forklifts and transporting goods around warehouses and industrial sites. The role includes unloading deliveries, stacking boxes for storage, and moving wooden pallets around the warehouse.

 As a Forklift Driver, it is important to move goods, loaded pallets, and equipment securely. These goods should be safely relocated to their designated storage areas. In addition to moving goods, a Forklift Driver is also responsible for other duties such as inspecting machinery and keeping track of inventory. 

Responsibilities

  • Maneuvering forklifts safely in busy industrial environments
  • Safely stacking and unstacking large quantities of goods onto shelves or pallets
  • Moving goods from storage areas to loading areas for transport
  • Unloading deliveries and safely relocating the goods to their designated storage areas
  • Ensuring that forklift driving areas are free from spills or obstructions
  • Regularly checking forklift equipment for faults or damages
  • Using industrial plastic wraps and wooden pallets to safely stack and package goods for transport
  • Keeping up to date on health and safety requirements and forklift operating procedures 
  • Consolidating partial pallets for incoming goods

Common Locations in VIC

● Some locations include Dandenong, Sunshine, Truganina, Melbourne, Derrimut
● Western/South Eastern Suburbs for Warehousing

Industries

  • Warehousing & Logistics
  • Food Production
  • Markets/events

Casual vs perm employment

  • With casual employment, you gain 25% casual loading
  • For permanent employment, you get leave entitlements, health insurance, paid trainings, etc. 
  • If you like to settle into predictable and routine work, perm is for you. If you prefer to drive a variety of forklifts and locations to keep things fresh, casual is for you.

Working for Chandler as a Pick Packer

Chandler Services gives you a variety of opportunities with a wide range of organisations. Working with us means you could access the following benefits: 

 

  • Flexible working opportunities - where you have the option to accept shifts suitable for your own time and schedule 
  • Hire both perm and casual 
  • Shift management through our app - use the Chandler Services app to check your availability
  • Fast onboarding - once your interview and documents are completed, you can start working! 
  • 50+ locations in Victoria - find jobs nearer to your location for your convenience 
  • Experienced and knowledgeable consultants that can help you find the perfect role 
  • Competitive pay rates 

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