Yard Forklift Operator / HR Driver

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 NTFS

Northern Territory Freight Services, as a division of K&S Corporation, are a general freight carrier between Adelaide and NT destinations with both ambient and temperature-controlled capabilities and have a heritage of servicing the Territory spanning decades. Local operations in Alice Springs and Darwin also incorporate route work, meaning we are a fundamental part of the NT freight infrastructure.

About the role:

If you enjoy hands-on work, variety and being part of a team that keeps freight moving, this could be the role for you.

Approximately 80% of your time will be spent in yard operations, unloading containers and safely moving containers and freight using forklifts and Combi Lifts.

You’ll also have the opportunity to get out on the road, completing local HR deliveries of general freight.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, no two days are the same. Enjoy a great mix of yard operations and local driving, with the autonomy and satisfaction of getting the job done safely and efficiently.

You will bring:

A valid HR licence

Forklift licence and previous forklift operating experience

Experience unloading containers and moving freight

Combi Lift experience will be highly regarded

Previous experience operating HR vehicles

A strong commitment to safety, load restraint and fatigue management

A clean driving history with no major infringements

Punctuality, reliability and a responsible approach to your working day

The ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively

Rail and port inductions will be highly regarded

Why Join us:

Competitive hourly rates

Reliable pay and consistent work

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 foster a warm supportive culture grounded in our values: Safety, Customer Service, People and Community and Innovation.

To uphold our core value of “Everybody Safe Everyday” a police check, and pre-employment medical 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.