▷ (7/11/2025) Forklift Operator/Driver

8 hours ago

Cairns Regional, Australia Northline Full time

Our people are more than our best asset. With 13 depots across the nation, we operate through a combination of employees and full-time subcontractors in all mainland capitals and many key regional centres. As a privately owned and operated business, we work as one large family and our down to earth culture reflects this. Communication is key to our success and everyone at Northline has a voice. Through coaching and development, we not only develop individual skills but also enhance Northline’s culture and expertise.

All of our employees are trained in the most efficient and effective methods of secure handling, from container loads to fragile product to doorstep deliveries.

Apply now Job no: 495076
Work type: Casual, Permanent Full Time
Location: QLD Regional - Cairns
Categories: Truck Driver, Forklift Operator

Northline are on the lookout for MR Drivers with a Forklift Operators to join our Cairns team. Ideally you will enjoy working in a small team, thrive in a fast-paced environment and have strong multi-tasking skills. We currently have a casual and a permanent position available, Monday to Friday day shifts, commencing form approx. 7am.

As an experienced Driver/Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for local pickup and deliveries in the metro area as well as the safe and efficient loading and unloading of PUD, linehaul and containers with a variety of freight.

Key Responsibilities:

- Local pickup and delivery in the Cairns metro area using company owned vehicle;

- Loading and unloading a range of general, over-sized, blended and long length interstate freight on mezzanine floor trailers, linehaul trailers, local vehicles and containers.

- Ensure yard/working areas are kept organised and tidy.

As a successful candidate you will:

- Hold a current MR Licence;

- Hold a current Forklift Licence (LF);

- Be able to manually handle freight up to 20kgs;

- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders;

- Ability to work autonomously and unsupervised.

About our Benefits

- Learning, training and development support – Northline believe in the people we hire, we promote from within, offering career progression within the growing freight and logistics industry.

- Employee recognition programs - That recognise the value that the team and the individual bring to the Northline operation.

- Wellness and benefits programs – Such as our Employee Assistance Program, offering our teammates support, when they need it.

- Regular team building

- Discounts on travel, fitness and health, entertainment and sports, banking, automotive, flowers, gifts and more

About Northline

Northline is an experienced Australian-based, global logistics business with an industry-leading national network and an international reach into more than 100 countries.

Our customers freight can start or end in international cities, small towns or remote communities, but wherever the destination, you can rely on Northline to deliver.

At Northline we believe our people are one of our greatest assets. We are a progressive Australian family owned business, we are proud of what we achieve, and we like to recognise and reward those who go above and beyond

That’s why, we are, Australia’s Global Logistics People.

Northline and its people help to ensure a safe workplace for all employees. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment medical that incorporates a drug & alcohol screen, as well as a police clearance.

Advertised: 30 Oct 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:

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