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Forklift Operator

Contract Type:

Full Time

Location:

Townsville City, Queensland, Australia

Date Published:

02-Sep-2026

Salary:

$34.85 - $37.10 Hourly
Job highlights

* Short- and long-term forklift opportunities across Townsville
* Warehousing, manufacturing, transport and logistics environments
* Monday to Friday day shift opportunities with consistent hours
* Immediate starts available

About our Role

AWX is seeking reliable and experienced Forklift Operators to join our growing team across Townsville. We have multiple opportunities available with clients across warehousing, manufacturing, transport and logistics.

These roles offer the opportunity to secure ongoing work with supportive teams and well-run workplaces that value safety, reliability and a strong CAN DO attitude.

If you're self-motivated, physically fit and ready to work in a fast-paced industrial environment, we want to hear from you.

What you'll do

* Operate forklifts safely to load and unload trucks and move stock
* Pick and pack orders accurately and efficiently
* Assist with order distribution and general stock movement
* Load, unload and move materials throughout the warehouse or worksite
* Conduct quality checks and ensure products are handled correctly
* Maintain clean, safe and organised work areas
* Follow all WHS procedures and site safety requirements
* Assist with general warehouse and material handling duties as required

What you'll need or Tickets & experience you'll need

* Current LF Forklift Licence
* Previous forklift, warehousing or industrial experience highly regarded
* Current Driver's Licence and reliable transport
* Physically fit and capable of manual handling
* Ability to pass required medical and Drug & Alcohol testing
* Reliable, punctual and committed to ongoing work
* Positive CAN DO attitude and strong work ethic
* Ability to work safely and effectively within a team
* Must be a current Townsville resident

Benefits

* Ongoing short- and long-term work opportunities
* Monday to Friday day shift opportunities
* Consistent hours and weekly pay
* Optional overtime and penalty rates available
* Competitive pay rates
* Supportive team environments
* Uniforms and PPE provided
* Opportunity to secure temp-to-perm employment
* Immediate starts available

About AWX

AWX started out with two blokes, a people problem and a whole lot of grit and that's still how we run. We show up, know the grind and get the right people into the right jobs across 20+ locations in Australia and New Zealand. Be part of a crew that works hard, keeps its word and helps businesses and people run stronger.

How to apply

Click *Apply Now' to submit your application.

Contact Finley Grunske or 07 4417 7300 for more details.

If this role isn't quite what you're after, check out other opportunities at awx.com.au

AWX is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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