General Forklift Labourer

Employal Recruitment is seeking reliable and hardworking Forklift/ Labourers to join a well-established manufacturer of High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes and fittings. This is a hands-on role in a busy industrial environment, ideal for candidates who are mechanically minded and enjoy physical work.

If you're looking for consistent full-time hours with the opportunity to secure a permanent position, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Debagging raw materials from bulk bags into silos through manual handling.
• Operating a forklift within the warehouse and debagging area.
• Loading and unloading trucks and moving materials throughout the site.
• Cutting, washing, and stacking HDPE pipes to yard standards.
• Inspecting recycled materials for contamination and reporting any concerns.
• Loading recyclable materials into shredders and granulators.
• Operating recycling equipment and assisting with production processes.
• Using hand and power tools, including chainsaws, as required.
• Performing general warehouse duties, stock movement, and housekeeping.
• Assisting with equipment maintenance and keeping accurate maintenance records.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe work environment.
• Following all workplace health and safety procedures and wearing the required PPE.

Requirements

• Valid LF Forklift Licence (essential).
• Australian Driver's Licence.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment.
• Mechanically minded with experience using hand and power tools.
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Recycling or industrial manufacturing experience is highly regarded.