Forklift Operator

About the Role
Team Global Express is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our team at Dry Creek, SA, on a full-time, permanent basis.
Working Monday to Friday, commencing at 1:30pm, you will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks, handling freight and supporting daily warehouse operations.
We are looking for someone who is reliable, safety-focused and confident operating a forklift in a busy transport and logistics environment.
Key Responsibilities
Safely operate forklifts to load and unload trucks and trailers.
Handle and move palletised, bulky and general freight.
Assist with receivals, dispatch and freight sorting.
Ensure freight is correctly loaded, secured and handled safely.
Complete freight scanning and basic paperwork as required.
Identify and report damaged freight.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Work closely with the operations team to meet daily targets.
About You
Current LF Forklift Licence (essential).
Previous forklift experience in a transport, freight or warehouse environment.
Experience handling palletised and general freight.
Confident loading and unloading trucks and trailers.
Experience handling oversized or awkward freight would be advantageous.
Good understanding of warehouse safety and load restraint requirements.
Reliable, hardworking and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Available to work Monday to Friday, starting at 1:30pm.
What's on Offer
Full-time, permanent position.
Monday to Friday PM shift – 1:30pm start.
Competitive hourly rate plus applicable shift allowances.
Uniforms and PPE provided.
Supportive team environment.
Opportunities for training and career development.
About Team Global Express
Team Global Express (TGE) is an Australian-owned transport and logistics business delivering across Australia and New Zealand.
We are committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive workplace where our people can grow and develop their careers.
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If you have solid forklift experience and enjoy working in a busy freight environment, we'd love to hear from you.
About Team Global Express
Team Global Express (TGE) is an Australian-owned transport and logistics business delivering to Australia and New Zealand. We’re not only transforming our operations but striving towards changing the logistics industry and becoming an Environmental, Social, and Governance leader by 2030. To learn more about our story, visit https://teamglobalexp.com/.
Why TGE
We care about our customers, our people, and our planet. We are always innovating and improving our services. We are driven by passion and purpose, and we never stop.
What we offer
Competitive salary above industry standards
Upskilling, training, mentoring and more to support your career development journey
Fun and practical employee perks and discounts
Flexible work, including work from home
Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
Peer recognition awards acknowledge when you go above and beyond.
An inclusive workplace, works for everyone
We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply. Team Global Express acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia and the Māori, as tangata whenua and Treaty of Waitangi partners in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Our recruitment process
Applying for a job starts with an online application form, from there you may be invited to complete an online assessment followed by a virtual or in person interview. The last step is undergoing pre-employment checks, which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment including fitness to work and drug & alcohol screening.
Other things to note
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TGE is listed as one of LinkedIn’s Top Companies of 2023 and 2024 in Australia.