Forklift Driver

Blacks Transport (Qld); Townsville City; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable ongoing work

Organised depot environment

Supportive operations team

Growing Queensland transport company

Clear expectations and communication

Job summary

Blacks Transport Townsville is seeking a reliable Forklift Driver to join our Townsville depot. This hands-on role involves loading and unloading general freight, moving freight safely around the depot, and supporting local and linehaul operations.

An LF Forklift Licence is essential; MR Licence is highly regarded. You will work in a busy depot with a team, focusing on safety, accuracy, and keeping the yard organised.

Qualifications

• Current LF Forklift Licence required.
• MR Licence highly regarded for depot movement tasks.
• Experience handling general freight preferred.
• Confidence in a busy depot environment.
• Strong attention to detail and safe work practices.
• Reliable, team‑oriented attitude.
• Comfortable working around trucks, trailers and freight movements.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading general freight.
• Moving freight safely throughout the depot.
• Supporting local and linehaul operations.
• Scanning and checking freight movements.
• General forklift and yard duties.
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organised depot.
• Moving trucks around the yard when required.

Skills

LF Forklift Licence

MR Licence (highly regarded)

Job description

LF Licence Essential | MR Licence Highly Regarded

Some forklift roles are repetitive. This one keeps the day moving.

We are looking for a reliable Forklift Driver to join our Townsville depot. This role involves a mix of general freight handling, loading and unloading trucks, freight movement across the yard, and supporting the wider depot operation.

An HR Licence is highly regarded, as there may be times where trucks need to be moved around the depot or repositioned within the yard.

If you are someone who likes staying active, working as part of a team, and helping keep the operation organised, this role will suit you well.

Forklift Driver | Townsville

What the role involves

• Loading and unloading general freight
• Moving freight safely throughout the depot
• Supporting local and linehaul operations
• Scanning and checking freight movements
• General forklift and yard duties
• Helping maintain a safe, clean, and organised depot
• Moving trucks around the yard when required

This is a hands on role where reliability and awareness matter.

What we are looking for

• Current LF Forklift Licence
• MR Licence highly regarded
• Experience handling general freight preferred
• Confidence working in a busy depot environment
• Strong attention to detail and safe work practices
• Reliable and team focused attitude
• Comfortable working around trucks, trailers, and freight movements

If you are the kind of operator who notices what needs doing and gets on with it, you will fit in well here.

What you will get

• Stable ongoing work
• A well organised depot environment
• A supportive operations team
• A growing Queensland transport company with strong regional operations
• Clear expectations and straightforward communication

About Blacks Transport

Blacks Transport has grown from a single truck in 1995 to a fleet of more than 200 trucks and trailers operating across Queensland. We focus on practical operations, reliable service, and backing capable people.

If you are looking for a forklift role in Townsville with variety and responsibility, we would like to hear from you.