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this job offer closes 6 september 2026

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this job offer closes 6 september 2026

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  • cairns, queensland
  • au$ 37.01 per hour
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posted 6 august 2026

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Warehouse Forklift Operator

Location: Cairns, QLD

Job Type: Full-Time / Casual

We are currently seeking a reliable, safety-focused Warehouse Forklift Operators to join our fast-paced warehouse team in Cairns. If you have a strong work ethic, a current forklift ticket, and a hands-on approach to your work, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

  • Forklift Operation: Safely and efficiently operate forklifts for loading, unloading, and shifting freight around the warehouse.
  • Order Packing: Accurately pick, pack, and prepare orders for dispatch to ensure timely delivery to our customers.
  • Manual Handling: Perform safe and effective manual handling tasks, including heavy lifting and moving stock by hand when required.
  • Warehouse Maintenance: Keep the workspace clean, organised, and compliant with all workplace health and safety standards.

What You Need to Succeed

  • Local Resident: You must be locally based in Cairns, QLD.
  • Valid License: A current High Risk Work (HRW) Forklift License is strictly required.
  • Transport: You must have your own reliable transport to get to and from the warehouse.
  • Working Rights: Must have full, unrestricted rights to work in Australia.
  • Safety Compliance: Must be willing and able to pass a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol test.
  • Physical Fitness: Ability to comfortably perform physical, manual handling tasks throughout your shift.

What We Offer

  • Competitive remuneration and steady hours.
  • A supportive, team-oriented, and safety-first work environment.
  • The opportunity to work locally without the commute.

How to Apply: If you tick all the boxes and are ready to hit the ground running, please submit your up-to-date resume outlining your warehouse experience and a copy of your current forklift license.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all qualified local candidates to apply.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

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Warehouse Forklift Operator

Location: Cairns, QLD

Job Type: Full-Time / Casual

We are currently seeking a reliable, safety-focused Warehouse Forklift Operators to join our fast-paced warehouse team in Cairns. If you have a strong work ethic, a current forklift ticket, and a hands-on approach to your work, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

  • Forklift Operation: Safely and efficiently operate forklifts for loading, unloading, and shifting freight around the warehouse.
  • Order Packing: Accurately pick, pack, and prepare orders for dispatch to ensure timely delivery to our customers.
  • Manual Handling: Perform safe and effective manual handling tasks, including heavy lifting and moving stock by hand when required.
  • Warehouse Maintenance: Keep the workspace clean, organised, and compliant with all workplace health and safety standards.

What You Need to Succeed

  • Local Resident: You must be locally based in Cairns, QLD.
  • Valid License: A current High Risk Work (HRW) Forklift License is strictly required.
  • Transport: You must have your own reliable transport to get to and from the warehouse.
  • Working Rights: Must have full, unrestricted rights to work in Australia.
  • Safety Compliance: Must be willing and able to pass a pre-employment Drug & Alcohol test.
  • Physical Fitness: Ability to comfortably perform physical, manual handling tasks throughout your shift.

What We Offer

  • Competitive remuneration and steady hours.
  • A supportive, team-oriented, and safety-first work environment.
  • The opportunity to work locally without the commute.

How to Apply: If you tick all the boxes and are ready to hit the ground running, please submit your up-to-date resume outlining your warehouse experience and a copy of your current forklift license.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all qualified local candidates to apply.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

  • key responsibilities

    • Forklift Operation: Safely and efficiently operate forklifts for loading, unloading, and shifting freight around the warehouse.Order Packing: Accurately pick, pack, and prepare orders for dispatch to ensure timely delivery to our customers.Manual Han
  • qualification

    • Current High Risk LF license
    • current Austrlaian work rights

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