Forklift Operator Hyne Timber Australia

The Forklift Operator job at Hyne Timber in Tumbarumba, New South Wales, Australia, is a full-time, 12-month temporary role on the afternoon shift, where you’ll hustle in the despatch team to move timber products at a bustling mill. You’ll work Sunday night to Friday morning, 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM, earning $59,000 to $88,000 AUD yearly (about $30 to $45 per hour), plus a 15% shift loading, matching NSW timber industry pay. Your gig involves driving forklifts to load timber bundles, getting trucks ready for dispatch, doing safety checks, and keeping the yard flowing. You need a valid forklift license, a sharp eye for safety, and a team spirit to learn the ropes. It’s a solid shot for motivated folks eager to grow in Tumbarumba’s tight-knit timber scene, with training to back you up.

About Company

Hyne Timber, a family-run Australian outfit since 1882, crafts sustainable timber for homes and buildings from certified plantation softwood. Their Tumbarumba Mill, a key site since 2001, processes 620,000 m³ of logs yearly—enough for 22,200 houses—and turns by-products into biofuel or sales for zero waste. With 501 to 1,000 staff across the east coast, Hyne offers career growth, above-award wages, dollar-matching fundraising, and wellbeing support in a diverse, inclusive crew. Check www.hyne.com.au for their story and sustainable vibe.

Job Title

Forklift Operator

Responsibilities

• Drive forklifts to shift timber bundles for despatch.
• Check equipment and loads before each shift.
• Move materials safely around the mill yard.
• Help load trucks to hit despatch deadlines.
• Pitch in with inventory counts and basic paperwork.
• Keep the yard tidy and free of hazards.
• Work tight with the despatch crew for smooth shifts.
• Report gear or safety issues to supervisors quick.
• Stick to the Sunday-to-Friday afternoon schedule.
• Toss out ideas to make processes sharper.
• Follow safety and quality rules to the letter.
• Handle physical tasks like securing loads up to 23 kg.

Requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

1 year in manufacturing or timber handling a plus.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift license.

Skills

• Big focus on safety and spotting details.
• Decent problem-solving and basic computer skills.
• Team vibe with a hunger to pick up new skills.
• Drive to suggest ways to improve operations.
• Respectful attitude for a diverse workplace.
• Stamina for lifting and standing through shifts.

Knowledge

• Basics of forklift driving and load handling.
• Grasp of timber mill safety standards.
• Know-how of despatch and inventory basics.
• Awareness of sustainable timber processes a bonus.
• Insight into quality control in a mill setting.

Applicant Location

On-site role at Tumbarumba Mill, NSW, Australia. Local folks preferred.

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