HC Truck Driver / Forklift Operator at Emerald - QLD - Australia

Join our Emerald team to move mining freight safely, start early, work steadily and build real skills in a supportive crew.

Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox.

What does the job look like?

Earn up to $160,000 per year including overtime, working Monday to Friday in Emerald, without FIFO or rotating rosters.

This permanent full‑time HC Truck Driver / Forklift Operator role is based at our Emerald terminal, supporting mining customers across the southern Bowen Basin. You will start early at 5:00am, enjoy clear runs, and work in a safety‑first operation where standards are clear and support is strong. You will split your time between driving and forklift work, keeping freight moving accurately, safely, and on schedule. Key areas: 

• Load, unload, and secure freight using dogs and chains, straps, and binders, double-checking restraints.
  
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently, taking care with mixed freight and mine-site critical materials.
  
• Deliver freight to mine sites and follow each site’s safety and access requirements.
  
• Apply safety standards consistently, including CoR and NHVR fatigue rules.
  
• Keep customers updated with clear, courteous communication and represent Linfox with professionalism.

Are you the one?

You are an experienced and conscientious operator who takes pride in your excellent driving record and safe work history. You'll bring:

• A current and valid HC license
• LF forklift licence or willing to obtain one
• Strong load restraint skills suited to mining freight
  
• Sound knowledge of Chain of Responsibility (CoR), NHVR fatigue, and road transport regulations
  
• Confident, respectful customer service — you’re the face of Linfox on the road

What's in it for me? 

• Monday to Friday work predictable, stable earnings up to $160k a year with overtime included.
  
• Mining freight experience high‑value, hands‑on work.
  
• You will work in a steady and supportive environment where safety, accuracy, and pride in your work matter.
  
• Career development opportunities and mentoring programs – We pride ourselves that we promote from within, offering great opportunities for career progression.
  
• Wellness and benefits programs such as our Employee Assistance Program, offering our teammates support when needed
  
• Access to a range of benefits across travel, health and well-being, dining and adventure, automotive, gifts and more!

At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply. 

Sound like you? Please click the apply button to submit your application and resume.

If you want mining earnings without FIFO, ready for consistent work, strong pay, this is your opportunity. Apply today and lock in a permanent role based in Emerald.

We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Linfox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

Further information

This position is based in Emerald with regular mine site deliveries. A pre employment process may include a criminal history check and a full medical with drug and alcohol testing.

To find out more about us, visit www.linfox.com

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