Who are we:

K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.

About Contract Logistics:

K&S Contract Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of K&S Corporation, delivering end to end logistics solutions across a broad range of industries with a strong national footprint.

The Opportunity - Build Something New With Us:

We're growing and with exciting new business coming on board, we're building a brand-new team of motivated Forklift Operators to help drive our next chapter.

As a Forklift Operator, you'll play a key role in keeping freight moving safely and efficiently through the warehouse and yard operations.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Loading and unloading containers and trucks
Operating forklifts including counterbalance and high reach equipment
Pick packing and palletised freight handling
RF scanning and inventory movements
Stock movement and redistribution throughout the warehouse
Supporting safe load restraint practices
Working across warehousing and operational tasks as required
Contributing to a positive, team-first culture

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a hands-on environment, and is keen to learn across all areas of the operation.

What's on offer:

Permanent Monday to Friday role with consistent weekly pay
6:00am starts, enjoy your afternoons free
Career progression pathways into warehousing, logistics and HR driving
Training provided on counterbalance forklifts if you're looking to build your experience

You will ideally have:

A current forklift licence
Forklift operating experience
Counterbalance and/or high reach experience (high reach up to 5m advantageous)
Experience loading and unloading containers or trucks
RF scanning or warehouse system experience
Strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions
A strong commitment to workplace safety
Manual handling experience
A positive attitude and willingness to learn

No counterbalance experience? No problem as training will be provided for the right attitude and work ethic.

Why Join us:

Competitive hourly rates
Reliable pay and consistent work
Super paid higher than standard - 15%
Option for Rostered Day Off
Look smart while you work - Company uniform provided
Novated car lease option
Salary sacrifice
Corporate health plan discount
Employee recognition and rewards program
24/7 Employee assistance program including financial wellness support
Growth and development to support career progression
Paid parental leave
Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace
Stable ASX listed, multi-modal business with 80 years of industry history

We're looking for motivated team players who take pride in their work and value safety, teamwork, and reliability. If this sounds like you - apply today.

To uphold our core value of "Everybody Safe Everyday" a pre-employment medical and police check will be required to be successful in this role.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights. We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.