Material Handler (LF and LO)

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Location
Bayswater, Victoria
Category
Manufacturing Transport & Logistics
Salary
$42 - $44 Hourly
Posted
15-Sep-2026
Work type
Full Time
Contact
Cham Piyathilaka
Reference
191771
Chandler Macleod is currently seeking experienced Material Handlers to join PACCAR (Kenworth), one of Australia's leading truck manufacturers, located in Bayswater, Victoria.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with the potential to transition from temporary to permanent employment for employees who consistently demonstrate strong performance, attendance, quality, and safety standards.

The Opportunity As a Material Handler, you will play a key role in supporting production by ensuring truck parts and components are supplied safely and efficiently to the assembly line. Working within a high-volume manufacturing environment, you will be responsible for operating forklifts and stock pickers, managing inventory movements, and contributing to the smooth operation of the warehouse and production teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operating LF forklifts and LO stock pickers
  • Operating reach and counterbalance forklifts
  • Picking, packing, and replenishing stock
  • Supplying parts and components to production lines
  • Loading and unloading materials
  • Using RF scanners and warehouse management systems
  • Maintaining accurate inventory movements
  • Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
  • Adhering to all site safety procedures and policies
To Be Successful, You Will Have
  • Current LF Forklift Licence(essential)
  • Current LO Stock Picker Licence(essential)
  • Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing environment
  • Experience operating reach and counterbalance forklifts
  • Experience using RF scanners
  • Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
  • Good physical fitness and ability to perform manual handling tasks
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Reliable attendance and a positive work ethic
What's On Offer
  • From $42-44 per hour
  • Temp-to-permanent opportunity for high-performing employees
  • Stable Monday to Friday roster
  • Day Shift hours
  • Ongoing work with a leading Australian manufacturer
  • Supportive and safety-focused team environment
  • Opportunity to develop your skills within a well-respected organisation
Employment Requirements Successful applicants will be required to:

  • Provide recent, contactable work references
  • Complete a pre-employment medical assessment
  • Undertake drug and alcohol screening prior to commencement
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
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