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Forklift Operator – Containers – PM Shift

Container Operations • Port Adelaide, South Australia 5015, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Hold current High Risk Forklift Licence – LF.
  • Previous forklift experience transporting, loading and unloading shipping containers in a yard.
  • Be able to complete drug & alcohol screening, police check, and pre-employment medical.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Operator

Pay Rate

$38 AUD – $45 AUD (Hour)

Description

Symons Clark Logistics, is a proud 150-year-old transport and logistics business based in Port Adelaide. As we continue our journey of growth and transformation, we’re investing in our people, systems, and capability to support the next chapter of our business.

The Forklift Operator – Containers is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of shipping containers throughout the Symons Clark yard.

To be successful in this role, you’ll hold a current Forklift Licence, with previous forklift experience preferred. We’re looking for someone with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a strong commitment to working safely while maintaining high operational standards.

 

What you will be doing…

  • Operate forklifts to transport, load and unload shipping containers within the Symons Clark yard
  • Place containers in designated locations to maintain an organised and efficient yard
  • Conduct routine forklift and equipment inspections, reporting any maintenance issues to the Container Park Operations Manager
  • Work closely with the Container Park team to coordinate container movements and resolve operational issues
  • Maintain a clean, safe and orderly container yard, including general housekeeping duties

Do you have…

  • High Risk Forklift Licence – LF
  • High Risk Reach Stacker Licence – RS, desirable
  • Experience working unsupervised
  • Commitment to completing tasks in a timely manner
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

 

Additional information: Successful applicants will be required to complete a drug and alcohol screening, police check and provide a pre employment medical.

 

Why Symons Clark Logistics?

At Symons Clark Logistics, you’ll be joining a business with a proud history and an exciting future. Guided by our values of respect, accountability, integrity, persistence, and passion, we’ve built a supportive culture where our people are encouraged to grow, contribute, and succeed.

We offer ongoing development opportunities, a competitive remuneration package, and the chance to build your career with one of South Australia’s most established family-owned businesses.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with disability.

 

Interested in finding out more?

Please email careers@symonsclark.com.au

 

Company Overview

Symons Clark Logistics is a 150 year old, family owned, Port Adelaide based transport and logistics company. Our experience brings with it premium wharf cartage and container transport services, with a focus on providing customers with complete logistics solutions including warehousing, container pack/unpack, distribution, over-dimensional, heavy haulage, project logistics and Australia wide bulk haulage.