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Supply Chain & Logistics
Brisbane
Hire forklift operators in Brisbane
Whether you operate a forklift in Brisbane or need one on your floor, this page covers what employers look for, what the role pays, and how Youngbrook connects businesses with work-ready operators.
Brisbane & Surrounds
Temporary, Contract & Permanent
LF / LO licence required
High Demand Role
About This Role
Forklift operators are essential to warehousing and distribution operations, responsible for moving, loading and storing goods safely and efficiently. In Brisbane's busy logistics sector, demand for reliable, licensed operators consistently outpaces supply. This makes fast access to a pre-vetted pool critical for businesses managing volume spikes, absences or new contracts.
Key responsibilities
- Operating counterbalance and reach forklifts
- Loading and unloading trucks and containers
- Putaway, picking and replenishment tasks
- Stock movement and inventory accuracy
- Pre-start safety checks and incident reporting
What we screen for
- Current LF or LO licence (verified)
- Demonstrated hours on counterbalance or reach
- Safety awareness and WHS compliance
- Reliability and punctuality track record
- RF scanning and WMS experience (where required)
Licenses and Tickets
- LF — Counterbalance forklift
- LO — Order picking forklift
- White card (Construction — where required)
- HR licence (advantageous)
Pay Rates for Forklift Operators in Brisbane
Forklift operator pay rates in Brisbane vary depending on shift type, years of experience and licence class. Afternoon and night shifts typically attract penalty rates above the base hourly rate, while operators with both LF and LO licences or high reach experience can command the upper end of the range.
Casual and labour hire engagements include a casual loading component, which is reflected in the rate above. Permanent placements are typically salaried and quoted separately based on the role and business requirements.
Core Industry
Supply Chain and Logistics Brisbane
Forklift operators are central to warehousing and distribution operations across Brisbane. See how we support the full range of supply chain and logistics hiring — from pick packers and storepersons through to transport coordinators and supervisors.
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Relevant Recruitment Services
We place forklift operators across a range of engagement types depending on your operational needs.
Service
Labour Hire
The most common engagement for forklift operators in Brisbane. We supply licensed LF and LO operators on an ongoing basis, covering shift gaps, volume peaks and operational surges without the overhead of direct employment.
Service
Temporary Staffing
When you need a forklift operator at short notice, whether for an unplanned absence, a sudden volume spike or a short-term project, we deploy work-ready ticketed operators fast.
Service
Permanent Recruitment
Looking to bring a reliable forklift operator onto your team full time? We source, screen and place permanent operators who are the right fit for your operation from day one.
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