Forklift Operator - Metal Recycling Yard

About the role

InfraBuild Recycling, a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and World Steel Association Sustainability Champion, is hiring a Forklift Operator for its Craigieburn site. The role covers a range of operating duties within the metal recycling yard and is a permanent day-shift position, Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:06 pm, with overtime if required.

Key responsibilities

• Loading and unloading trucks
• Operating forklifts and performing manual handling tasks
• Maintaining cleanliness in the yard and operational areas
• Carrying out daily checks on mobile plant
• Following safety procedures at all times

Required profile

• A valid forklift licence with 2 years of forklift operating experience
• Experience in scrap recycling, construction or manufacturing is highly advantageous
• Excavator operating experience is desirable but not essential
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced yard environment and able to work as part of a collaborative team

What we offer

• Paid parental leave (20 weeks) and primary carer and partner leave, with superannuation contributions during unpaid leave
• Discounted corporate health insurance and employee discounts across major brands
• Novated leasing options for vehicles
• Confidential counselling and wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Program
• Learning platforms and development opportunities

The pay rate is $35.77 per hour. Applications are made online, and the employer commits to responding to every application.