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Visy

Forklift Operator

Yatala, Queensland, Australia

Location
Yatala, Queensland, Australia
Work
Not stated
Employment
Full-time
Level
Not stated
Function
Trades & logistics
Pay
Not stated
Posted
6 weeks ago

About the role

About the opportunity

We are looking for a reliable and safety-focused Forklift Operator to join the team at our Beverage Can plant based in Yatala, QLD. This isn't a traditional warehouse role. You'll be working in a fast-paced can manufacturing environment, spending most of your day on a counterbalance forklift and keeping materials moving to support production.

  • Shift Details: Day shift only – 8-hour shifts (6am to 2pm)

What you'll do

  • Operate a counterbalance forklift for the majority of the shift, including long tines when required
  • Unload large aluminium coils from trucks at the front end of site
  • Load scrap metal containers
  • Run production bins to and from the manufacturing lines
  • Move dangerous goods, including acid, safely by forklift in line with site procedures
  • Assist with packaging and support operators where needed

What You Will Bring

  • Valid Forklift Licence (LF)
  • Solid counterbalance forklift experience
  • Experience operating a 16-tonne forklift highly regarded (not essential)
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment desirable
  • A strong safety mindset, reliability and a team-first attitude

What you'll love when you join us

  • Latest Technology: Work in a highly automated FMCG plant with state-of-the-art machines and equipment
  • Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values safety, respect and collaboration
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for further training and career advancement within the company

About Visy

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. Over 75 years, we've grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations – predominantly in Australia and New Zealand.

We believe materials are not recycled until they've been made into new products. We collect and sort recyclable materials like paper, cardboard, glass, plastics and metals from households and businesses, and locally remanufacture them back into new, sustainable packaging. From cardboard boxes, water bottles and jam jars to food and beverage cans, we are using recycled content to power Australia and New Zealand's food and beverage packaging industry.

Ready to make a difference? Be a key player in shaping our future!

You will be required to meet Visy's employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Please note that only applications with the right to live and work in Australia will be considered for this position.

Source

Posted by Visy on their own hiring page, careers.pageuppeople.com. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 06 Nov 2026 23:58 UTC; the original is the reference.

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