Forklift Operators for hire in Perth, Western Australia

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    1,623

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Forklift
    11%
    Inventory Control
    7%
    Load & Unload
    6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    46%
    Bachelor's degree
    27%
    Vocational or technical training
    15%
  • Years of experience

    3-5 years
    30%
    More than 10 years
    30%
    1-2 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • SODEXO
    • Australia Post
    • ADECCO
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    67%
    Less than a year
    33%

Browse Indeed's database of 1,623 profiles for Forklift Operators in Perth, Western Australia

Last updated: 24 Oct 2026

Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Perth, Western Australia: $74,284 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $63,689 – $86,643 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Boilermaker/Rigger

    Perth, Western Australia

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardEngineeringWork Safely at HeightsCertificate IIIBasic Rigging TicketForklift Licence+8 more

    Skills

    FabricationForklift LicenceLift TruckForkliftWeldingConstruction Experience
  • Senior Warehouse Associate

    Balga, Western Australia

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardCertificate IIConstruction Induction Card (White Card)Work Safely at HeightsBusinessConfined Space Entry+2 more

    Skills

    Lift TruckForkliftAssemblyEquipment InspectionExperience Assisting in the Manufacturing IndustryManufacturing
  • Warehouse Operator

    St James, Western Australia

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceTelehandler TicketForklift Licence

    Skills

    Reach TruckLifting EquipmentLift TruckForkliftMaterial Handling Equipment OperationTelehandlers
  • Logistics Pick packer & Forklift operator

    Yokine, Western Australia

    Licenses & certifications

    Senior Secondary Certificate of EducationDiplomaForklift Licence

    Skills

    Reach TruckSafe Work PracticesLifting EquipmentWarehouse Safety ComplianceOccupational Safety Regulation ComplianceForklift Licence
  • 2.Trade Assistant/Forklift operator

    Cannington, Western Australia

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardDriver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationConstruction Induction Card (White Card)Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceCPR Certification+4 more

    Skills

    Reach TruckSafe Work PracticesLifting EquipmentLogistics Cargo HandlingWarehouse Safety CompliancePeriodic Stocktakes
  • High Reach Forklift Operator

    Perth, Western Australia

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardFirst Aid CertificationConstruction Induction Card (White Card)Work Safely at HeightsConfined Space EntryCPR Certification+3 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingFabricationPower ToolsHand ToolsManual Handling TechniquesGroup Work

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What's the average time to fill a forklift operator role?

The average time to fill a forklift operator role is 123 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do forklift operators tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a forklift operator include: forklift, inventory control and load & unload.

What licenses or certifications are common for forklift operators?

Common licenses or certifications for forklift operators include: Forklift Licence, White Card and Construction Induction Card (White Card).

What are some job titles related to forklift operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to forklift operators include: senior warehouse associate, boilermaker/rigger and logistics pick packer & forklift operator.

What level of education is common for a forklift operator?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a forklift operator in Perth, Western Australia, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?

Most forklift operators have 9 years of professional experience.

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