Forjkift Operator

About the Roles

We have 3 Permanent, Full-Time Forklift Operator positions available at our Kewdale Depot:

Day Shift – Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 2:00pm

Afternoon Shift – Monday to Friday, 2:30pm to 10:30pm (plus 17.5% shift loading)

Night Shift – Monday to Friday, 10:00pm to 6:00am (plus 30% shift loading)

These roles involve container work, unpacking and loading tautliners and containers, and handling various freight types, shapes, and trailer configurations. Some manual labour is involved (minimal), so candidates must be physically fit.

There is also the opportunity to progress into a Reach Stacker Operator role for the right candidates.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates above industry standards

• 15% superannuation

• Shift loadings: Afternoon shift (17.5%) / Night shift (30%)

• Upskilling, training, mentoring and career progression opportunities

• Fun and practical employee perks and discounts

• Purchased leave and novated lease options

• Onsite amenities, parking, café, breakout rooms, showers, change rooms, etc.

• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers

• Peer recognition awards when you go above and beyond

What You’ll Bring

• Current Forklift (LF) licence – essential

• Current Driver’s Licence and own reliable transport – essential

• Previous experience in container work, load restraint, and handling different trailer types – desirable

• Exposure to electric reach stackers –desirable

• Reach stacker operating experience – desirable

• Physically fit with the ability to perform manual handling when required

• Strong focus on safety and compliance

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

• Team player with good communication skills

About Team Global Express

Team Global Express (TGE) is an Australian-owned transport and logistics business delivering to Australia and New Zealand. We’re not only transforming our operations but striving towards changing the logistics industry and becoming an Environmental, Social, and Governance leader by 2030. To learn more about our story, visit https://teamglobalexp.com/.

Why TGE

We care about our customers, our people, and our planet. We are always innovating and improving our services. We are driven by passion and purpose, and we never stop.

What we offer

• Competitive salary above industry standards

• Upskilling, training, mentoring and more to support your career development journey

• Fun and practical employee perks and discounts

• Flexible work, including work from home

• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers

• Peer recognition awards acknowledge when you go above and beyond.

An inclusive workplace, works for everyone

We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply. Team Global Express acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia and the Māori, as tangata whenua and Treaty of Waitangi partners in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Our recruitment process

Applying for a job starts with an online application form, from there you may be invited to complete an online assessment followed by a virtual or in person interview. The last step is undergoing pre-employment checks, which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment including fitness to work and drug & alcohol screening.

Other things to note

• When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the recruitment process.

• During the recruitment process, please keep an eye on your junk emails and spam folders for updates.

• TGE is listed as one of LinkedIn’s Top Companies of 2023 and 2024 in Australia.