Posted 15d ago

Forklift Operator Wanted!

Programmed Kenwick WA 6107

Contract Casual/Holiday
Similar jobs pay ~$76k pro rata

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Key points we found

  • Operating a forklift for full-shift production work
  • Unloading inbound trucks and transporting crates
  • Loading outbound trucks efficiently and safely

  • Monday to Friday, occassional Saturdays!
  • Located in Kenwick!
  • Ideal for someone who likes to be on the forklift almost all day!

We are currently seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Yard Hand to join a busy transport operation. This role is primarily forklift-focused, with operators spending the majority of their shift on the machine.

About the Role

You will be working in a fast-paced yard environment, responsible for:

Operating a forklift for full-shift production work

Unloading inbound trucks carrying pallets of crates

Transporting crates to the crate wash area

Moving washed crates back into the yard

Loading outbound trucks efficiently and safely

To be successful, you must have:

✅ Valid forklift licence

✅ Extensive forklift experience (operating close to 100% of your shift, daily)

✅ Experience loading/unloading one or more of the following:

Flat beds

Dog trailers

B-doubles

Pantech trucks

Shipping containers

✅ Experience using double tynes

✅ Strong forklift operator mindset (safety, efficiency, awareness)

✅ Clear communication skills (CB radio experience preferred)

✅ High level of attention to detail

✅ Ability to use tablets/iPads and warehouse systems

✅ Good physical fitness for yard-based work

Work Details

🕒 Hours: 9:30am - 5:40pm (Monday to Friday)

🗓️ Occasional Saturday mornings (if available)

💰 Pay Rate: $38.65 per hour (inclusive of 25% casual loading)

What We're Looking For

This role suits someone who:

Is confident and highly experienced on forklifts

Enjoys working outdoors in a yard environment

Can handle a highly repetitive, production-focused role

Takes pride in safe and efficient truck loading/unloading

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.

Consultant

[email protected]

Reference number: 75958
Profession:Transport & LogisticsWarehouse & Distribution

Company: Programmed / PERSOLKELLY
Date posted: 5th Jun, 2026

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Skills
Attention to detail
CB Radio Communication
Forklift Licence
Forklift Operation
Loading and Unloading
Physical Fitness
Repetitive Production Work Tolerance
Safety Awareness
Use of Tablets/iPads and Warehouse Systems

Licenses & certifications
Forklift Licence

More details
Expiring date
26 Jun 2026
Date posted
4 Jun 2026
Category
Transport & Logistics
Occupation
Postal, Warehousing & Customs
Contract type
Contract
Work type
Casual/Holiday
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Transport, Postal and Warehousing
Sector
Privately held company
Company size
201 to 1000

Programmed

Privately held company
201 to 1000
Company size
We are a leading provider of staffing, maintenance and facility management services. We directly employ more than 25,000 people across a broad range of industries to provide services for more than 10,000 customers, often under long-term contracts. Our business model is built around our ability to recruit, deploy, manage and maintain a large directly employed workforce of professional, skilled and semi-skilled staff with a wide range of capabilities.

We operate through a network of more than 100 branches, often delivering multiple services from across our business.

We’re committed to providing innovative solutions to our customers that improve business success and our people align themselves to our core values of safety, teamwork, accountability, honesty and integrity, recognition and enjoyment. With more than 60 years of operating experience our proven track record makes us a partner of choice.
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