Perth is home to a comprehensive forklift industry serving Western Australia's logistics, mining, construction, and manufacturing sectors. The city's industrial corridors in Kewdale, Welshpool, Malaga, Canning Vale and Henderson are well-supported by major dealers, flexible hire companies, accredited training providers and an active job market for licensed operators.
Major Forklift Dealers in Perth
Toyota Material Handling Australia – Perth is located at 52 Kewdale Road, Kewdale, WA 6105. As one of the city's most established suppliers, TMHA Perth provides a wide range of new and used forklifts including electric, lithium, LPG and diesel models, reach trucks, pallet movers and specialised warehouse equipment. The branch serves industries such as logistics, warehousing, mining services, manufacturing and construction across the Perth metro area and regional WA. Phone: (08) 9333 3100.
Jungheinrich Partners Perth distributes TCM and Jungheinrich forklifts, offering new and used forklifts, hire, servicing and parts for all makes and models. Their extensive range includes counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, all-terrain forklifts, pallet trucks and battery electric vehicles. Contact: 1300 660 120.
Allied Forklifts has been Perth's locally owned forklift specialist since 1996, operating from Malaga and Henderson. As WA's exclusive Heli dealer, they offer hire, sales and servicing with a fleet ranging from 800kg to 45 tonnes, including battery electric, LPG and diesel forklifts. Allied provides 24-hour metro delivery and pre-hire certified fleet.
Liftrite is Western Australia's trusted material handling and access equipment provider with over 40 years of experience. Based in Canning Vale, they are the authorised Perth dealer for globally respected brands like Manitou and Kobelco, and specialise in sale, hire, servicing and parts supply for forklifts, telehandlers, skid steers and access platforms. Address: 3-5 Zanni Street, Canning Vale, WA 6155.
United Equipment supplies 1-65 tonne capacity forklifts across Perth, Bunbury, and other major Australian cities.
Forklift Hire and Rental in Perth
Perth offers flexible forklift hire options to suit short-term projects, seasonal peaks or long-term operational needs.
AAH Australian Access Hire provides fast, reliable forklift hire across the Perth metro region and wider WA. Their fleet includes smooth terrain forklifts for warehouses and indoor operations, as well as all-terrain and rough terrain forklifts for construction sites and outdoor environments. They service major industrial locations including the Perth CBD, Welshpool, Kewdale, Canning Vale, Malaga, Osborne Park, Bibra Lake, Kwinana and Henderson. Hire options include short-term, long-term and project-based hire with fast delivery available. Lifting capacities typically range from 2 to 7 tonnes.
TMHA Perth offers flexible forklift hire options for short-term projects, peak periods or longer-term needs, with all hire units maintained to manufacturer standards.
Allied Forklifts provides forklift hire in Perth from 800kg to 45 tonnes, serving warehousing, construction, logistics and manufacturing sectors.
Jungheinrich Partners Perth offers short-term, long-term and fleet management hire solutions for all makes and models.
Liftrite provides short and long-term machinery hire, including forklifts and telehandlers.
Hire Costs (2026): Rates depend on forklift type, lifting capacity, power source (diesel, LPG or battery electric), indoor or outdoor use, attachments, mast height and hire duration. Short-term hire is priced daily or weekly; long-term agreements of six months or more are fixed monthly rates. Tax tip: forklift hire charges used for business purposes are generally tax deductible as an operating expense.
Forklift Training and Licensing in Perth
In Western Australia, anyone operating a standard forklift must hold a valid LF High Risk Work Licence (HRWL).
Breight Training Perth offers a 2-day course for $475 covering TLILIC0003 – Licence to operate a forklift truck. The course provides essential knowledge and hands-on training required to safely operate a forklift in accordance with legislative and workplace safety standards. Participants receive a Certificate and Notice of Assessment upon successful completion, and are eligible to apply for a High Risk Work Licence through WorkSafe WA. Eligibility: candidates must be 18 years or older and present current photo ID.
Pinnacle Safety offers 2-day forklift training in Canning Vale for **$409** plus an optional Verification of Competency for an additional $100. Multiple course dates are available throughout 2026. Contact: book online or over the phone.
Equip-Safe has been delivering forklift high risk work licence training for over 27 years at their Welshpool training centre.
Nationwide Training can deliver on-site forklift training anywhere in Western Australia, recommending a full 2-day course for practical refresher training.
Key Licence Requirements (WA):
No licence is required to hire a forklift
A valid LF High Risk Work Licence is mandatory to operate a standard forklift
Walkie stackers do not require an LF licence to operate
The hiring business is responsible for verifying operators' licences
Forklift Operator Jobs in Perth
Perth's logistics, warehousing, mining and transport sectors offer consistent opportunities for licensed forklift operators.
Current Job Opportunities:
Forklift Operator at Perth Airport (casual) – operate forklifts to lift and move cages of parcels for delivery, load/unload trucks and sort parcels
Forklift Driver at FedEx Perth hub (afternoon team) – two positions available for motivated individuals
Forklift Operator at Northline (Kenwick) – morning shift, competitive wages $67K–$71K estimated
7 Tonne Forklift Operator at Perth Airport – must hold a 7 tonne forklift licence
Forklift Operators across Perth – loading/unloading containers, operating forklifts, side loaders or gantry cranes
Labour Hire Providers:
Blue Collar People – supplies skilled forklift drivers and warehouse staff across Perth
Harrison Barratt – provides qualified forklift drivers within 24 hours, call 1300 HBG 24/7
The bottom line: Perth's forklift industry is well-served by major dealers including Toyota Material Handling Australia (Kewdale), Jungheinrich Partners, Allied Forklifts (since 1996), Liftrite (40+ years, Manitou dealer) and United Equipment. Flexible hire options are available through AAH Australian Access Hire, TMHA, Allied Forklifts and Liftrite, with rates depending on capacity (800kg to 45 tonnes), power source and hire duration. Forklift operators must hold an LF High Risk Work Licence, obtainable through Breight Training (2 days, $475) or Pinnacle Safety (2 days, $409) in Canning Vale. Job opportunities are active across logistics, warehousing and transport sectors, with major employers including FedEx, Northline and Perth Airport.