Freezer Forklift Operator - Early Morning Shift - Prestons Location

All-Round Storeperson / Forklift Operator – Day Shift
Location: Prestons, NSW
Industry: Cold Storage & Distribution
Pay Rate: $43.38 per hour + allowances + overtime
Immediate Start Available

Our client, a leader in the Cold Storage and Distribution industry, is seeking experienced All-Round Storepersons / Forklift Operators for day shift positions at their Prestons facility. This role requires previous experience in a fast-paced Transport & Logistics environment.
While forklift operation is a major component of the position, this is also a hands-on warehouse role involving a variety of daily tasks such as picking, packing, replenishment, and truck loading/unloading.

Roster & Shift Details
This position operates on a 5-day working roster:
 

• Monday to Thursday: 5:00 AM start (8-hour shifts)
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Saturday where required
• Immediate start for suitable applicants

Key Responsibilities
 

• Safe operation of High Reach Forklifts
• Working in a –28°C freezer environment
• Operation of Electric Pallet Jacks (as required)
• High Reach Double Deep operation (minimum 12 months experience)
• Stock rotation, putaways, and replenishment
• Picking and packing orders
• Operating pallet wrapping machines
• Loading and unloading trucks
• General warehousing duties
• Other ad hoc tasks as required

Requirements – You MUST Have:
 

• A current LF Forklift Licence
• CROWN High Reach forklift experience – ESSENTIAL
• Double Deep experience – ESSENTIAL
• Experience operating 7–9 bay high racking
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role/industry
• Experience with High Reach Forklifts and double deep putaways
• Freezer/cold room experience (highly desirable)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Physically fit – some heavy lifting required
• Reliable own transport
• Flexibility with working hours
• Strong reliability and punctuality
• RF scanning experience (preferred but not essential)

Pre-Employment Requirements
All successful applicants will be required to complete a Pre-Employment Medical, conducted onsite by our Occupational Nurse, including a Drug & Alcohol test.