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Forklift Driver / Trade Assistant

Workshop • Gnowangerup, Western Australia 6335, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Hold a current Australian recognised Forklift Operator Licence.
  • Proven experience operating forklifts for loading, unloading, and moving materials.
  • Pass a functional pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screen.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Entry Level

Description

AUSPAN is a WA family-owned Design & Construct (D&C) building company with a proven track record of delivering high-quality buildings for industrial, commercial, mining, and agricultural clients. We are known for our innovation, commitment to excellence, and strong company values:

  • CAN DO, DONE
  • WIN/WIN
  • WE, NOT ME
  • FAIR & DECENT
  • BETTER EVERY DAY

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a well-established company. If you take pride in your work, enjoy working in a team, and want stability in your career, we want to hear from you!

The Forklift Driver is responsible for moving, loading, and unloading materials to aid production, utilising various forklift trucks, whilst maintaining order in storage areas and ensuring a safe work environment.

  • Competitive Pay & Full-Time Stability – Enjoy secure employment with regular work and great conditions.
  • Work with a Great Team – Be part of a positive, hardworking crew that takes pride in delivering quality projects.
  • Modern, Well-Maintained Fleet – Drive reliable, safe, and well-serviced trucks & trailers.
  • Travel WA – Enjoy a role that takes you across regional Western Australia with varied job locations.
  • Growing Company – AUSPAN is an industry leader, and we’re expanding! Now’s the time to join.

Assisting to maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities, yard, and machinery.

The Forklift Driver is responsible for the moving, loading and unloading materials to aid production, utilising various forklift trucks. Whilst maintaining order to storage areas and maintaining a safe work environment.

The Main Responsibilities Would Include:

  • Preparing materials for safe loading operations, movement, transport/ shipment (external) and storage.
  • Unloading materials from incoming vehicles, placing materials in assigned areas.
  • Checking condition of materials during loading, unloading, and handling operations.
  • Identifying damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies
  • Familiarity with industrial equipment and materials handling processes.
  • Helping maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities, yard and machinery.
  • Working in conjunction with other crews and lead persons.
  • Maintaining responsibility for all tools and equipment assigned to the group.
  • Being attentive to detail and alert to ensure safety.
  • Able to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co-worker

About You – Skills and Experience

  • Forklift Licence
  • Proven experience as a forklift operator
  • Familiarity with industrial equipment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • The ability to make practical decisions under pressure, demonstrating sound judgement.
  • Current Forklift Operator Licence (Australian recognised).
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
  • High level attention to detail
  • Proficiency in time management and prioritisation of tasks

The Minimum Requirements:

  • Ability to pass a functional pre-employ medical including drug and alcohol screen.
  • Hold a current unrestricted Australian Drivers Licence.
  • Provide a National Police Clearance obtained within the last 6 months.
  • Be health, safety and environmentally conscious
  • Display a collaborative teamwork style with well-honed conflict resolution skills
  • The ability to make practical decisions under pressure.

Company Overview

AUSPAN Group is an accredited Great Place to Work organisation and WA family-owned D&C building company, with a successful track record of delivering buildings for industrial, commercial, mining & agricultural clients. We have offices in Canning Vale, Gnowangerup, Albany, Toodyay and Geraldton.