Yard Hand (Forklift Operator)
ECS Project logistics are seeking an energetic and experienced Yard Hand (Forklift Operator) to join our team at our Brisbane (Sumner) Facility.
You will become part of a high preforming team ensuring all shipments move through the depot seamlessly and with care in order to provide the best service to our clients in a timely, efficient and safe manner.
The position requires an experienced operator who has proven experience working operating various forklifts (1t, 3.5t & 16t) and has sound knowledge of freight handling.
To be successful in this role you will possess the following mandatory skills and attributes.
Forklift Licence (LF)
Physically fit and willing to do manual handling
Ability to work flexible hours
Strong customer service focus
Experience in load and unloading semi-trailers and containers
Well-developed focus on safety within a logistics environment
Ability to work autonomously.
Ability to keep the depot in a tidy and safe condition
Ability to assist interstate drivers with loading and securing loads
Yard Hand Duties
Loading and unloading vehicles coming into and leaving the depot
Perform checks on trailers and dollies prior to departure to ensure vehicles and trailing equipment are compliant
Maintain the fleet which includes but not limited to greasing, washing and ensuring the appropriate binders and chains are allocated to trailers
Ensure the depot, yard, and warehouse are maintained in a clean and orderly condition
Assist with the delivery of trucks, trailers and dollies to repair and cleaning suppliers
Ensure regulatory compliance with safety, CoR, load restraint, state roads authorities and Heavy Vehicle National Laws (HVNL)
Report any faults with equipment in a timely manner
Report non-conformances, incidents, and unplanned changes
Assist drivers assembling trailers and dollies
Carry out extra duties as required and as directed by the manager
Employer questions
- How many years' experience do you have as a Local Driver?
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as a forklift driver?
- Which of the following forklift licences do you have?
- Do you have a heavy vehicle driver's licence?
- Do you have experience working with logistics, freight & delivery services?
- Do you have customer service experience?
- Do you have experience operating a forklift?
Company profile
Established in 2007, ECS Project Logistics was founded to provide efficient and prompt logistical services for plant shutdowns and heavy industrial operations and is well-known for known for safety, reliability, and operational excellence.
With over 18 years in the transport and logistics industry, ECS has grown and expanded, and with an established quality fleet and experienced staff we have become leaders in Heavy Haulage and Project Logistics.
We’re proud of our family-based culture, where every team member is valued and supported and where we invest in our people, promote from within, and offer long-term careers — not just jobs.
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