Posted: 01/06/2026
Closing Date: 01/07/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Launceston, TAS
Job Category: Forklift,Operations
Company Description
Strait Link has a proud history of being a vital link between Victoria and Tasmania, providing daily sea freight services between Port of Melbourne in Victoria and the Port Burnie in Tasmania. We contribute to the Australian economy by being a key part of the supply chain between Tasmania and the Australian mainland, connecting local Australian customers to markets across the world.
Everyday our people, on vessels, at our ports and in our offices play a vital role in connecting local Australian customers to markets across the world.
As an employer of Australian seafarers, we take pride in developing the next generation of seafarers and are always on the lookout for talented people to join our inclusive, local community minded and enterprising workforce.
An inclusive workplace, works for everyone:
We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply. Strait Link acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.
Company Values
Our values Care, Trust, Connected are the foundation of everything we do here at Strait Link. They underpin how we go about performing our roles and activities every day when we are at work and representing the Strait Link business.
About the Role
Working at the heart of our freight network, you’ll play a key role in ensuring freight is handled accurately, safely and on time — keeping Tasmania connected every day.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Based at our Launceston site, this hands-on role is responsible for the safe movement and coordination of freight across the depot.
Your responsibilities will include:
Safely loading and unloading vehicles and trailers
Scanning, sorting and reconfiguring freight as required
Re-palletising and preparing freight for shipping and linehaul movements
Ensuring accurate and timely freight distribution
Working to operational deadlines and following site procedures
Identifying and reporting damaged freight in line with process
Applying safe load restraint practices, including correct use of straps and equipment
Maintaining strict adherence to safety and compliance standards
This is a fast-paced operational environment where accuracy, teamwork and a strong safety mindset are essential.
About You
To be successful, you will have:
A current and valid Forklift Licence (mandatory)
Experience in a freight, logistics or transport setting (highly regarded)
A proactive approach to workplace safety
The ability to follow instructions and established processes
Confidence working independently and within a team
Full working rights in Australia
If you’re reliable, safety-driven and ready to contribute to a high-performing depot team, we encourage you to apply.
Apply today and help keep Launceston — and Tasmania — moving.
We appreciate your understanding that we are not accepting applications or CVs from agencies. For any queries, please email [email protected]
Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.
