Tug Driver

4 days ago


Cairns, Australia Linfox Full time

Job no: 761390
Work type: Full time
Location: Heathwood - QLD - Australia
Applications close: 28 Nov 2025 11:55 PM E. Australia Standard Time

Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox.

What does the job look like?

Linfox is currently seeking experienced Tug drivers to fill a permanent Monday - Friday roster from 4am - 4pm at our Heathwood Retail site. As a tug driver you will couple/uncouple trailers and move them on or off various docks as needed within the confines of the yard. Key areas:

- Driving the commitment to Linfox Safety Standards & ensuring that Vision Zero is a daily focus
- Complying with the Linfox coupling & uncoupling procedure plus the ability to work unsupervised

Ability to work & communicate effectively with team members, managers & customers

Are you the one?

If you take pride in working independently, have a strong commitment to safety, this could be the role for you.

You can demonstrate:

- Possess an unrestricted HC or MC licence
- Tug experience is highly beneficial
- Previous experience in a similar role operating in a retail environment
- Good knowledge of Chain of Responsibility and road transport legislation
- High customer service skills, good communication, written and interpersonal skills

What's in it for me?

- 12 weeks paid parental leave and return to work bonus for eligible employees
- Career development opportunities and mentoring programs
- Access to a range of benefits across dining and adventure, travel and health and well-being
- The chance to work in a high-performing team where your contributions truly make an impact

At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply.

Sound like you?

Please click the apply button to submit your application and resume.

We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Linfox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Further information

You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.

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