Forklift Operator
- Operate forklifts safely, complete pre-start checks, and load, unload and move goods around warehouse and storage areas.
- Undertake packing, pallet handling, stock placement and other general warehouse duties, including manual handling.
- Work rostered day or night shifts in a safety-focused team; a current forklift licence and prior forklift or warehouse experience are required.
Programmed Skilled Workforce is currently seeking experienced Forklift Operators to join our team working with one of our valued clients.
This is a great opportunity for reliable and safety-focused candidates looking to work within a busy industrial environment with a well-established operation.
About the Role
Your duties may include:
- Operating forklifts safely and efficiently
- Completing pre-start checks on forklifts and equipment
- Checking loads to ensure they are secure
- Loading and unloading trucks
- Moving palletised and crated goods throughout warehouse and storage areas
- Examining and inspecting containers, materials and products to ensure packing requirements are met
- Stacking goods in designated storage bays in accordance with stock control instructions
- Stacking and relocating empty pallets
- Unpacking and packing products
- Working with warehouse racking systems
- General warehouse duties as required
- Rotating between forklift operation and product packing duties
Roster & Hours
Operations run Monday to Sunday, with start and finish times varying depending on the section you are working in.
Roster arrangements may include:
- 12-hour Day Shift: 6:00am - 6:00pm
- 12-hour Night Shift: 6:00pm - 6:00am
- 8-hour Day Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm
Applicants must be available to work the roster requirements applicable to their assigned work area.
What We Are Looking For
To be successful, you will require:
- Current Forklift Licence
- Previous forklift and/or warehouse experience
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- Ability to undertake manual handling and general warehouse duties
- Reliability and a strong work ethic
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Willingness to work across different tasks as required
- Ability to meet site and role requirements
Some work areas require employees to wear a fitted respirator. Candidates assigned to these areas must be able to achieve an appropriate respirator seal and meet the site's facial-hair requirements.
Please note: The role has a site/equipment requirement of under 120kg.
Who we are
As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies across Australia and New Zealand to provide our employees with a wide range of employment opportunities.
At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
We welcome and encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
If you are an experienced Forklift Operator looking for work in Rockhampton, APPLY NOW and our recruitment team will discuss the opportunities currently available that best match your experience and availability.
Consultant
Fazlina.MohFuzi@programmed.com.au
Reference number: 78966
Profession:Transport & LogisticsWarehouse & Distribution
Company: Programmed / PERSOLKELLY
Date posted: 9th Nov, 2026
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