Forklift Operator

Overview

Operate forklifts safely, load/unload equipment, maintain paperwork, and support yard operations.

Key Responsibilities

• equipment loading
• forklift operation
• yard coordination
• customer service
• paperwork management
• inventory tracking

Tasks

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Forklift Operator plays a key role in the day-to-day operations of the Newcastle branch. This position is responsible for safely and efficiently coordinating the movement, loading, and unloading of Mobile Storage stock and equipment within the yard. You’ll ensure all containers and products are handled with care, accurately tracked, and positioned to support smooth branch operations and customer delivery schedules. -Load, unload, clean, and prepare equipment to meet branch and customer requirements. -Support team operations by assisting with general yard, delivery, and site duties as required. -Provide friendly, professional customer service when liaising with clients or working on site. -Safely operate forklifts and equipment, following all PPE and safety procedures. -Work for the world’s largest equipment rental company -Maintain accurate paperwork and promptly report any discrepancies or maintenance issues.

Requirements

• reach stacker
• hand tools
• forklift
• driver's licence
• computing skills
• forklift licence

What You Bring

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks as part of the recruitment process. -Experience operating Container Reach Stacker and/or Container Side Picker is desirable. -Experience with hand tools. -Extensive experience operating forklifts with loads up to 12 ton including top lift forklifts. -Driver’s license -Numeracy, literacy and intermediate computing skills. -Shipping container handling experience is desirable. -Forklift license

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Benefits

At United Rentals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Backed by a global network, our local teams across Australia and New Zealand bring deep industry knowledge and hands-on experience to every project. We proudly supply our customers with world-class equipment hire in earthmoving, shoring & propping and storage. Click Apply Now and take the first step toward a career with United Rentals. If you’re nodding along thinking, “This is so me,” then we’d love to hear from you. At United Rentals, we’re more than just a workplace, we’re a team that backs each other, grows together, and celebrates the wins (big and small). Why you’ll love working at United Rentals? -Employee Compassion Fund -Financial Assistance for study -Generous Employee Discounts -Enjoy 1 extra paid day off each year to recharge. -$1,500 Employee Referral Program – Help us grow and get rewarded. -Incentives up to $4,000 – Your hard work deserves recognition. -Income Protection Insurance -AIA Vitality Starter Program

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Security Clearance

-pre-employment checks required for successful applicants.