Whether you're an experienced forklift operator looking for an early start, or a machine operator seeking a well-paid afternoon shift, these are excellent opportunities to secure ongoing work with permanent potential in a growing steel manufacturing business.
What's on Offer?
- Consistent Monday to Friday roster
- Ongoing full-time hours with long-term job security
- Opportunity to secure a permanent position
- Work for a nationally recognised steel manufacturing business
- Strong safety culture and supportive team environment
- Full training provided on site equipment and processes
- Career progression opportunities within manufacturing operations
- Forklift Operator: $34.00 p/h | Purlin Mill Operator: $38.00 p/h
- Forklift Operator / Shed Packer- Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 2:00pm
- Purlin Mill Operator- Monday to Friday, 2:00pm - 12:00 Midnight
Due to continued growth, we're seeking reliable and motivated operators to join a busy Townsville steel manufacturing facility.
Working with steel roofing, walling products, purlins and structural steel materials, you'll play a key role in supporting production, warehousing and dispatch operations while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Forklift Operator / Shed Packer:
- Operating forklifts to move steel products and materials throughout the site
- Packing steel sheds and customer orders ready for dispatch
- Loading and unloading trucks safely and efficiently
- Assisting with stock movement and inventory control
- Performing general warehouse and yard duties as required
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe work environment
- Purlin Mill Operator:
- Operating purlin roll-forming machinery to manufacture steel building products
- Setting up and adjusting machinery to meet production requirements
- Monitoring production output and ensuring product quality standards are met
- Measuring, inspecting and checking finished products against specifications
- Completing production paperwork and quality documentation
- Working closely with production teams to achieve daily targets
- Maintaining safe operating procedures and housekeeping standards
- Current LF Forklift Licence (essential for the Forklift Operator role)
- Previous experience in manufacturing, warehouse, production or steel environments
- Machine operating experience highly regarded for the Purlin Mill Operator role
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Physically fit and capable of performing hands-on duties
- Reliable, punctual and committed to ongoing employment
- Team-focused attitude and strong work ethic
This is your opportunity to join a respected Australian manufacturer that values its people and offers genuine long-term career opportunities. With stable Monday to Friday hours, competitive pay rates and a supportive team culture, these roles are ideal for operators looking for consistent work and the chance to secure permanent employment.
Apply now or contact Declan Ries at Stellar Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
Email: declan.r@stellarrecruitment.com.au
