Jobs in Australia

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Drive heavy trucks and trailer combinations to collect and deliver customer vehicles, parts and equipment between the workshop, customer premises and suppliers.
• Manoeuvre vehicles safely into position for loading and unloading.
• Load and unload parts and equipment using appropriate lifting devices and safe handling procedures.
• Check load weights and distribution to comply with vehicle capacity and applicable weight limits.
• Secure and cover loads appropriately to prevent movement, loss or damage during transport.
• Conduct regular vehicle safety checks, including tyres, brakes, lights, fluid levels and trailer connections, and report defects to the workshop team.
• Verify collection and delivery documents, check the condition of goods and vehicles, and obtain delivery acknowledgements.
• Coordinate routes and collection and delivery schedules with workshop staff and customers.
• Maintain accurate trip records, inspection reports and work diaries where required.
• Follow road rules, applicable heavy vehicle regulations, fatigue management requirements and workplace safety procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• A current heavy vehicle driver’s licence appropriate to the vehicles operated.
• At least 1- 3 years experience required
• Ability to safely manoeuvre heavy vehicles and handle trailer combinations.
• Knowledge of loading, unloading, load restraint and vehicle safety inspections.
• Sound understanding of road rules and heavy vehicle safety requirements.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the workshop team.

Apply Now

If you are a reliable Truck Driver committed to safe driving and professional customer service, apply with your resume outlining your relevant experience and licence class.