Forklift Operator / Dockhand – Afternoon Shift (Temperature-Controlled) Coolway Trans – Melbourne Depot
About the role We're looking for an experienced forklift operator / dockhand to join our Melbourne depot on an afternoon shift, Monday to Friday (2:00pm start). You'll be working across our temperature-controlled docks (0–4°C) handling chilled freight, so previous cold-chain experience is essential. This is a hands-on role for someone who can run their own dock, work unsupervised, and keep freight moving accurately and on time.
What you'll be doing
-
Loading and unloading trucks across temperature-controlled docks (0–4°C)
- Consolidating and configuring freight for 5–7 B-double loads, both inbound and outbound
- Loading B-doubles and road trains with correct weight distribution and load planning
- Handling LTL (less-than-truckload) temperature-controlled freight
- Checking, scanning and staging freight accurately
- Working independently to meet shift cut-off times
- Keeping the dock safe, clean and organised
What you'll need
-
Previous experience in a cold / temperature-controlled environment (essential)
- Proven experience loading, unloading and consolidating temperature-controlled freight
- Experience loading B-doubles and road trains
- Current forklift licence (LF)
- Confidence working unsupervised and managing your own workload
- Available and willing to work overtime, including past 10:00pm on busy days (essential)
- Reliable, safety-focused and committed to afternoon shifts
What's on offer
-
$40+ per hour
- Full-time permanent role after a successful probation period
- Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday, 2:00pm start
- Plenty of overtime available for the right person
- All PPE supplied, including cold-environment gear
- Stable, ongoing role at a busy and growing depot
Coolway Trans is an Australian refrigerated transport and cold storage company providing reliable, temperature-controlled logistics solutions. We support food and sensitive supply chains with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and on-time delivery.
