Storeperson / Forklift Operator

About the role

HOBAN Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Storeperson / Forklift Operator for a well-established HVAC manufacturer at its Sydney manufacturing facility, located in Blacktown, NSW. The employer has a long history in the industry, employs more than 600 people across its group and makes commercial air-conditioning equipment locally. The role combines high-reach and counterbalance forklift operation with replenishment, put-away, picking and general stores duties, supporting both production and distribution. Hours are Monday to Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm and Friday 8:00am-2:00pm.

Key responsibilities

• Operate high-reach and counterbalance forklifts, including Hyster equipment
• Complete replenishment and put-away, including racking up to 4-5 bays high
• Pick components needed by the manufacturing team and finished-product orders for dispatch
• Use a mix of RF scanning and paper-based picking
• Load and unload trucks, vans and incoming containers, assisting with about four incoming containers per day
• Work on and off the forklift depending on daily needs

Required profile

• Australian citizenship or permanent residency only
• Reliable, safety-conscious and highly accurate
• Previous warehouse, stores, manufacturing or distribution experience
• Experience with double-deep racking or forklift attachments is advantageous but not essential, as training can be provided

Required skills

• Current LF Forklift Licence
• Experience operating high-reach and counterbalance forklifts
• RF scanning, pick/pack, replenishment and put-away

What we offer

• Comprehensive buddy-based training with progressive sign-offs
• Stable daytime hours and an early Friday finish
• Salary of $60,000-$75,000 per annum