Freezer Forklift Operator - Early Morning Shift - Prestons Location
- Operate high reach forklifts in a freezer environment.
- Perform various warehouse tasks including picking, packing, and loading.
- Ensure safety and efficiency in a fast-paced logistics setting.
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: 6:00 AM start (8-hour shifts)
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday Work 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.
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