Forklift Operator / Yard Person

Who are we:

K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.

About K&S Freighters:

At K&S Freighters, we're more than just transport, we're the driving force behind Australia's supply chain. From road, rail, and coastal sea forwarding to export packing and wharf lodgement, we deliver seamless, end-to-end logistics solutions that keep Australia moving.

The Opportunity:

The primary responsibilities of this role include loading and unloading of containers and trucks using forklifts up to 16 tonnes as well as combi lifts.
This opportunity is ideal for a team-player with a positive attitude ready to contribute and be cross skilled in all areas of the operation.

Who are we:

K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.

About K&S Freighters:

At K&S Freighters, we're more than just transport, we're the driving force behind Australia's supply chain. From road, rail, and coastal sea forwarding to export packing and wharf lodgement, we deliver seamless, end-to-end logistics solutions that keep Australia moving.

The Opportunity:

The primary responsibilities of this role include loading and unloading of containers and trucks using forklifts up to 16 tonnes as well as combi lifts.
This opportunity is ideal for a team-player with a positive attitude ready to contribute and be cross skilled in all areas of the operation.

You will:

Hold a valid forklift licence and have experience in forklift & combilift operations up to 16 tonnes
Be confident with loading and unloading containers and trucks and with the ability to support load restraints
Communicate effectively and follow instructions
Be willing to be cross trained in different areas of the operation including warehousing and stock take and the company SAP system
Have a strong commitment to safety regulations, ensuring the yard and warehouse safety standards are adhered to
Be open to undertaking other ad hoc duties or tasks as they arise

What you'll bring:

We're looking for a team player who will be motivated, hardworking and safety conscious.

You will have:

Current forklift license

Combi lift experience would be advantageous

Forklift operating experience

Manual handling experience

Outstanding communication skills

**Why Join us:**Competitive rate
On the job training provided
Novated Lease option available after one years' service
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
24/7 Wellness Support - Employee Assistance Program
Corporate Health Plan Discount
Growth and Development of team members
Multi divisional career pathways
ASX listed market leader | More than 75 years of service

If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply today.

To uphold our core value of "Everybody Safe Everyday" a pre-employment medical and police check will be required to be successful in this role.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights. We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.