General Hand

General Hand

Warehousing, Storage & Distribution (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

The Position

Southwell Lifts & Hoists is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated General Hand to join our growing team at our Narellan NSW facility.

This is a hands-on role that combines general factory and yard duties. We're looking for someone with a forklift licence who enjoys practical work, takes pride in maintaining a safe and organised workplace, and is happy to assist across multiple areas of the business.

You'll play an important role supporting our workshop team by moving materials and equipment around the factory and yard, helping with paint preparation, and providing general support where required.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity with a company that genuinely values its people, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

With over 80 years of experience, Southwell Lifts & Hoists is a proud Australian manufacturer designing, manufacturing, installing and servicing a wide range of material handling hoists and lifts throughout Australia and New Zealand.

We are recognised for delivering engineering excellence, professional integrity, dependable products and innovative solutions to a blue-chip customer base.

Qualifications & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current Forklift licence (essential)
• Ability to work under the direction of a supervisor
• Strong attention to detail
• A positive, reliable and can-do attitude
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Key Responsibilities

• General factory and workshop duties
• General yard duties, including moving materials and equipment
• Assist with paint preparation for workshop projects
• Learn to operate the laser blaster (subject to successful implementation)
• Support the workshop team with general labouring tasks as required
• Maintain tools and equipment
• Complete job documentation and paperwork accurately
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment
• Follow all workplace health and safety policies and procedures
• Ensure work complies with project specifications
• Perform other duties as directed

Why Join Southwell Lifts & Hoists?

• Company uniform supplied
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity for overtime
• Local work based in South West Sydney
• Stable, long-established Australian manufacturing business
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop new skills

If you're Sydney-based, enjoy hands-on work, have a strong work ethic and want to build a long-term career with a respected Australian manufacturer, we'd love to hear from you.