Forklift Operators - Multiple Opportunities | Rockhampton
- Seeking experienced Forklift Operators for a busy industrial environment.
- Duties include operating forklifts, loading/unloading trucks, and general warehouse tasks.
- Candidates must have a current Forklift Licence and a strong commitment to safety.
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.
Why Work with Programmed?
Programmed is one of Australia's leading providers of staffing, maintenance and facility management services. We work with some of Australia's largest and most recognised organisations and are committed to providing safe, inclusive and supportive workplaces.
As a Programmed employee, you can expect:
- Competitive hourly rates
- Ongoing support from your local Programmed team
- Access to a range of employment opportunities
- A strong focus on safety and wellbeing
- Opportunities to build your skills and experience within industrial environments
Ready to apply?
If you're reliable, safety-focused and ready for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Click Apply Now and submit your current resume.
Programmed encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Consultant
Ricky.Sang@programmed.com.au
Reference number: 77956
Profession:TradesConcrete, Cement & Stone
Company: Programmed / PERSOLKELLY
Date posted: 23rd Sep, 2026
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