Driver/Forklift Operator
- Local pickups and deliveries throughout the Cairns metro area using company-owned vehicles.
- Loading and unloading a variety of freight, including general and oversized freight.
- Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe yard and work environment.
If you enjoy working in a close-knit team, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in delivering excellent service, we would love to hear from you!
This role is ideal for someone who is flexible, reliable, and available at short notice. It offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience, work across a variety of tasks, and contribute to a dynamic logistics operation when support is needed.
As an experienced HR/MR Driver or Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for local pickups and deliveries throughout the Cairns metro area, along with the safe and efficient loading and unloading of freight across our operations.
What You will be doing
✅ Local pickups and deliveries throughout the Cairns metro area using company-owned vehicles
✅ Loading and unloading a variety of freight, including:
- General freight
- Oversized freight
- Blended freight
- Long-length interstate freight
✅ Loading and unloading mezzanine trailers, linehaul trailers, local vehicles, and containers
✅ Manual handling duties
✅ Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe yard and work environment
What You will bring
✔ Current Forklift Licence (LF) - Required
✔ Current HR or MR Driver's Licence - Highly advantageous
✔ Ability to manually handle freight up to 20kg
✔ Strong communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
✔ Ability to work independently and unsupervised
✔ A positive attitude and commitment to safety
Why Join Northline?
📈 Learning, Training & Career Development
We invest in our people and promote from within wherever possible. Build your career with a growing leader in the freight and logistics industry.
🏆 Employee Recognition Programs
Be recognised and rewarded for the contributions you make to our team and business success.
💙 Wellness & Support Programs
Access our Employee Assistance Program and a range of wellbeing initiatives designed to support you when you need it most.
🤝 Team Culture
Enjoy regular team-building activities and being part of a supportive, collaborative workplace.
🎁 Exclusive Employee Discounts
Take advantage of discounts across:
- Travel
- Fitness and health
- Entertainment and sports
- Banking
- Automotive
- Flowers and gifts
- And much 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 may 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, proud of what we achieve and committed to recognising and rewarding those who go above and beyond.
That's why we are Australia's Global Logistics People.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Northline is committed to providing a safe workplace for all employees.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake and pass a pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol
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