Forklift Operator

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Pacific National is hiring a Forklift Operator in Townsville for a permanent onsite role with a rotating 24/7 roster. You’ll load and unload containerised rail freight with a safety first mindset, operate forklifts, support safe operations and meet team targets, reporting to the Supervisor. Essential: LF forklift licence, current driver's licence, basic computer skills, and a willingness to learn; no rail experience required as full training is provided. Why join: inclusive culture, strong values and benefits like parental leave, novated leasing, Fitness Passport, and an EAP program. Tips: tailor your resume to highlight forklift experience, safety records, and ability to work rotating shifts, and apply online before 5 July 2026.

Forklift Operator

• Permanent role with a rotating 24/7 roster
• Work with a supportive and high-performing team
• Safely Every Day — That’s Our Promise

Join Pacific National – Australia’s largest private rail freight operator

Every day we transport millions of tonnes of critical freight around the country for our customers. We haul coal, intermodal containers, steel, and bulk commodities that keep Australia moving.

An opportunity has presented itself for a Forklift Operator to join our team in Townsville.

What You’ll Do

Load and unload containerised rail freight safely and efficiently.

Reporting to the Supervisor, you will:

• Operate forklifts to load/unload rail wagons and trucks
• Ensure all freight handling is completed safely and efficiently
• Work within a 24/7 rotating shift environment
• Support safe operations and maintain equipment standards
• Work as part of a team to meet operational targets

What You’ll Bring

• LF Forklift Licence (essential)
• Current Driver’s Licence
• Strong safety mindset and attention to detail
• Team-focused approach with a willingness to learn
• Basic computer skills

No prior rail experience required – full training provided.

Why join us?

At Pacific National we value the contribution of each team member. Our values underpin our commitment to create an inclusive culture where everyone is accepted.

Some of the benefits we offer are:

• Paid parental leave
• Novated Leasing
• Fitness Passport
• Purchase leave program
• Access to EAP program through Sonder

We live by our Values: Make it Simple, Share More, Kindness, Gratitude, Curiosity, and Own It – helping us build strong connections and do our best work every day.

Ready to deliver what matters?

Click ‘Apply Now’ and start your journey with Pacific National.

Learn more at https://www.pacificnational.com.au/careers

Applications close: 5th July 2026

Pacific National acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work live and rail.