General Hand/Forklift Driver Full-time Job
5 years ago - Manufacturing & Operations - Melbourne - 434 viewsJob Details
Damorange Refrigerated Transport (DRT) is a family owned and operated Transport Company with its head office located in Werribee South, and depots located throughout Australia. We specialise in the transportation and storage of cold produce.
Due to business growth we now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced general hand/forklift driver to join our team.
Why DRT?
DRT maintains some of the latest trucks and equipment, and prides itself on providing and maintaining a supportive, friendly and safe working environment to all its employees.
About the Role
As a general hand/forklift driver, your role will see you undertake general yard duties and the operation of a forklift.
Your duties will include (but not limited to):
Participate in unloading and loading of vehicles in a safe and efficient manner
General yard duties
Daily Prestart checks on plant and equipment
Completing and ensuring all required paperwork is collected, completed and handed in on time
Develop and maintain good relationships with all staff and stakeholders
Complying with all other DRT policies and procedures
Help DRT in achieving their safety & compliance goals in areas you have direct responsibility and adhering to all relevant WH&S legislation, policy and procedural requirements.
(Being able to work rotating weekends and overtime is a must)
To be successful in this role, you will have:
A current forklift licence (with minimum 2 years experience)
Experience driving forklifts and loading/unloading of trucks
Experience in produce/road transport environment (an advantage)
Good communication skills and work ethic
You will be required to meet DRT's pre-employment criteria which will include, but not be limited to a full medical with a drug and alcohol test.
Applying for this role
To apply, please click the ' apply button ' and follow the steps, ensure you also include an up to date resume and cover letter.
Please keep in mind that due to the amount of applications we receive, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.