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HIGH REACH FORKLIFT OPERATOR HORNSBY

HIGH REACH FORKLIFT OPERATOR HORNSBY (210489448) Hornsby, Sydney, Australia

Rate: $36        Shift times: 6am - 2pm
Location: Hornsby
Key Responsibilities

  • Safely and efficiently operate high-reach forklifts to move, stack, retrieve and relocate pallets and merchandise within racking systems.

  • Load and unload goods from trucks, trailers or containers, ensuring correct location and stacking in line with inventory/storage plans.

  • Pick and stage products accurately according to order sheets, production schedules or dispatch requirements.

  • Conduct pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, report any malfunctions or safety hazards promptly.

  • Maintain the warehouse environment: accurate inventory records, clear aisles, proper storage, adherence to housekeeping standards.

  • Follow all health & safety policies, company procedures and regulatory requirements.

  • Work closely with the warehouse team, dispatch, shipping/receiving and logistics functions to ensure seamless operations and high levels of customer satisfaction.

  • Assist with cycle counts, stock-replenishment, stock rotation and other inventory control tasks as needed.

  • Flexibility to support shift work, overtime, weekend loads or special dispatch runs if required.

Requirements 

  • Valid Australian forklift licence and demonstrable experience operating high-reach forklifts in a warehouse/distribution centre environment.

  • Prior experience working with high-reach equipment in a busy warehouse or logistics setting.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy, especially when picking, stacking or storing merchandise 

  • Physically fit and able to undertake manual handling: lifting/carrying goods  and working in a fast-paced environment.

  • Comfortable working with warehouse management systems or RF scanners, and accurate in data entry or inventory recording.

  • Good communication skills, reliability, strong safety focus, ability to work independently and within a team.

  • Own reliable transport

Preferred 

  • Previous experience in a cosmetics, beauty-products or FMCG distribution centre.

  • Experience with “high-reach” plus “counterbalance” forklift operations (versatility across equipment).

  • Experience working in temperature-controlled environments .

  • Awareness of stock-handling for delicate or high-value goods (cosmetic pallets, fragile items, correct stacking/storage to avoid damage).

  • Basic understanding of warehouse safety standards (OH&S), housekeeping, pallet racking systems and efficient storage practices.

If you check off on the above criteria hit APPLY NOW and one of our consultants will contact you immediately.