Forklift Operator

Forklift / Terminal Operator

• Rotating shifts including days, nights and weekends
• 24/7 Rail Operation
• 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.

We’re on the lookout for a skilled Forklift Operator to join our dynamic team in Townsville. This is a permanent opportunity with rotating shifts across days, nights and weekends in a 24/7 rail operation.

What You’ll Do

• Load and unload containerised freight from trains and trucks
• Operate within a 12-line rotating roster designed for work/life balance
• Be part of a supportive, hardworking team

What You'll Bring

• LF Forklift Licence and Full Driver’s Licence
• Basic computer skills
• Experience in logistics, transport or rail (preferred but not essential)

A safety-first mindset and strong teamwork ethic

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 of April 2026

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