If you are a skilled machinery operator, have a solid background operating heavy-capacity equipment on-site, and want a clear pathway to a permanent career—this is the breakthrough role you’ve been waiting for. If you currently live in Melbourne and are available for immediate starts, you could be out on-site by tomorrow.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Safe operation of 12-tonne and 16-tonne heavy forklifts in busy yard/industrial settings
- Loading, unloading, and maneuvering oversized, heavy, and bulk freight
- Conducting pre-start equipment checks and basic maintenance on machinery
- Assisting ground staff with rigging, load restraint, and safe placement of stock
- Participating in daily Toolbox Talks and site safety inductions
- Working collaboratively within a team environment to meet strict project deadlines
- Excellent communication skills to ensure onsite safety and operational efficiency
- $40 - $48 per hour + Super + Coinvest (depending on experience)
- Heavy overtime available – time and a half and double-time rates paid
- Weekly Pay – processed every week, without fail
- Long-term consistency with real permanent full-time potential for standout workers
- Valid High-Risk Work License (LF Ticket)
- Proven experience operating 12-tonne and 16-tonne forklifts
- Valid White Card
- Full PPE (Hard hat, Hi-vis, Steel cap boots)
- Genuine desire to commit long-term and work well within a crew
- Own reliable transport
- Consistent work: We work to get you ongoing roles.
- Career Growth: We aim to set you up with longer-term opportunities.
- Pathways: We provide pathways to permanent employment and trade development.
- Reliability: We pay weekly and are never late.
- Safety: Your safety is our everything; our systems and procedures are second to none.
Once you apply, keep an eye out for an invitation from Matilda, our Virtual Assistant, who will guide you through a quick screening process to fast-track your application!
Please apply via this Advert or through the ‘Submit your resume’ on the JV Website (https://www.jvrecruitment.com.au/submit-resume). Applications are only accepted via applying to this advert or through the JV Website - Phone applications will not be accepted or redirected.
Upon applying to this advert, you may receive an invitation from our Virtual Assistant Matilda. This will go through some of our core questions surrounding the role. Completion of this is highly advantageous in cementing your interest in the role.
What separates JV from other agencies?
- We work to get you consistent, on-going work.
- We aim to set you up with longer-term opportunities as your experience with us grows.
- For those wanting it, we try to provide a pathway to permanent employment.
- We pay you weekly – and we're never late. This is something we pride ourselves on.
- Your safety is our everything. Our systems and procedures are second to none.
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To register your interest please apply with a CURRENT CV via the online function.
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