Storeperson (Forklift)

Our client is seeking an experienced Storeperson with a Forklift licence to join a major Defence construction project based at Edinburgh, South Australia.  This is a site-based role supporting a Tier 1 electrical contractor on a long-term project, offering excellent rates, allowances, and long-term stability.

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to work on a significant Defence infrastructure project within a well-established site team.  Unlike a traditional warehouse environment, this position is based within the project's laydown yard and shipping container storage areas, ensuring materials, equipment, and deliveries are received, managed, and distributed efficiently across the site.

About the Project

This project forms part of a major Defence infrastructure program currently underway in Adelaide's northern suburbs.

The role will involve:
 

• Receiving and checking deliveries
• Forklift operation and material handling
• Organising and maintaining site laydown areas
• Distributing materials, parts, and equipment to site teams as required
• Assisting with inventory control and stock management
• Supporting construction crews with timely access to materials

This is a long-term project expected to run for approximately 12-18 months.

Why Apply?

Join a stable and respected organisation with a strong market position
 

• $43.34/hr + penalties
• $7.00/hr site allowance on all hours worked
• All overtime paid at double time
• $42.50 daily travel allowance
• Long-term project opportunity (12-18 months)
• Major Defence infrastructure project
• Supportive site team and established systems

Please Note: Due to Defence security requirements, the onboarding process may take up to 4 weeks. Successful candidates will be required to complete security screening, including an Australian Federal Police Check.

About You

You are an experienced Storeperson who enjoys working in a construction environment and takes pride in keeping materials and equipment organised, accessible, and accounted for.  You are safety-focused, reliable, and capable of managing competing priorities within a busy project environment.

You will bring:
 

• Previous experience in a stores, logistics, or material handling role
• Forklift operating experience
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Experience working on construction or infrastructure projects (advantageous)
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Tickets Required
 

• High Risk Forklift Licence
• Current South Australian Driver's Licence
• White Card
• Australian Citizen for a minimum of 5 years
• Ability to obtain required Defence clearances
• Australian Federal Police Check (or willingness to complete one)

What’s On Offer
 

• Immediate start once site clearances are approved
• Long-term Defence project
• Excellent hourly rate and allowances
• Double-time overtime rates
• Well-managed site and experienced project team
• Ongoing support from RED Appointments

About RED Appointments

RED Appointments have been helping good people get into solid work since 2009. We work with industry-leading organisations within Construction & Manufacturing, Resources & Mining, Defence, and Civil Infrastructure, supplying skilled workers, apprentices and professional talent across Australia.

As a Group Training Organisation (GTO), we proudly support individuals at the start of their careers by offering apprenticeships and traineeships, partnering with host employers to provide structured training, mentoring, and real on-the-job experience.

Whether you're building your career, growing your experience, or looking for your next opportunity, we've got your back every step of the way.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please select the "Apply Now" button and forward your resume in MS Word format only.

For a confidential discussion or to register your interest, please contact:

Simon Massey
Recruitment Consultant | RED Appointments
0425 286 610
simonm@redappointments.com