Forklift Operator
- Seeking experienced Forklift Operators for various opportunities in Townsville.
- Candidates must hold a current High Risk Work Licence - Forklift (LF).
- Roles may require pre-employment medicals and drug screening.
Programmed is currently seeking experienced Forklift Operators for a range of opportunities with several of our valued clients across the Townsville region.
We have multiple positions available across a variety of industries and work environments. If you hold a current forklift licence and are looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
What we're looking for:
- Current and valid High Risk Work Licence - Forklift (LF)
- Previous forklift operating experience
- Experience within warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, industrial or similar environments will be highly regarded
- Confidence operating a forklift safely and efficiently
- Ability to undertake general warehouse, stores or labouring duties where required
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a team
- Availability to work a range of shifts depending on client requirements
Pre-employment requirements
As we are recruiting across several different clients and sites, pre-employment requirements will vary between positions. Some roles may require candidates to successfully complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening, while this is not a requirement for all available positions.
Our recruitment team will discuss the specific requirements of each opportunity with you during the recruitment process.
What's on offer:
- Multiple opportunities across the Townsville region
- Competitive casual hourly rates of $34-$45 per hour, depending on the role, shift and client
- Opportunities across a range of industries and work environments
- Immediate and upcoming starts available
- Support from the Programmed team throughout your assignment
Who we are
As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies across Australia and New Zealand to provide our employees with a wide range of employment opportunities.
At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
We welcome and encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
If you are an experienced Forklift Operator looking for work in Townsville, APPLY NOW and our recruitment team will discuss the opportunities currently available that best match your experience and availability.
To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.
Consultant
Ricky.Sang@programmed.com.au
Reference number: 77893
Profession:ManufacturingProcess Worker
Company: Programmed / PERSOLKELLY
Date posted: 15th Sep, 2026
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