HR Truck Driver - Special Services (Police Check Required)

Opportunities exist for a keen and reliable HR Truck Driver to join our team. We are seeking a motivated and well organised driver to perform deliveries and pick ups for a special service run, requiring excellent service, security protocols and specific processes and procedures. This role requires high security of freight, including the use of scanners to verify the receiver or sender (for pick ups). The driver must be an Australian resident and be able to provide a current police check. These requirements are not our own but are part of the contract.

THE ROLE

• Operate a 14 pallet, tautliner truck with tailgate
• Complete all necessary paperwork including pre-start checks, run sheets, log book, PODs etc
• Use scanners and mobile phone to utilise IT platforms for scanning freight, capturing live signatures for deliveries and performing any processes or procedures that can be done using technology
• Deliver and pick up freight using a variety of different methods including by forklift, using a manual or electric pallet jack to unload by tailgate and hand unload.
• Involves customer service both with general public and other carriers

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

• HR driver's licence (higher category a bonus) & good driving history
• Forklift licence not mandatory, but would be highly regarded
• Physically fit to work in a fast paced work environment and position.
• These runs require all forms of delivery and as such some manual handling is required for any hand unload drops. There will also be forklift delivery drops and tailgate delivery drops.
• Applicants must be capable of lifting up to 35kgs and have a reasonable fitness to perform this kind of manual work repetitively
• Ability to deliver freight by areas, using GPS technology as needed, in a time efficient, organised manner
• Applicant must be a team player and be able to work well both within the team and independently. Our team focus's on helping each other when they can and within their skill set, even if the task is not their usual responsibility
• Applicant must have excellent customer service skills and strong attention to detail. We always aim to provide a friendly and exceptional service.
• Applicant must have reasonable communication, literacy and numeracy skill levels to be able to perform this duties of this role to a minimum standard
• Applicant must have an excellent work ethic with a "can do" attitude
• Applicant must have excellent time management skills
• Applicant must be well presented and be able to pass random drug and alcohol testing
• Applicant must supply a current National Police Check which has been issued within the previous 28 days.
• Applicant must be able to follow all company processes, procedures and training including WHS. Safety is our number one focus and you will be expected to follow all legal and safety requirements at all times on site, whilst driving and on site at other locations.
• Applicant must be aware of and adhere to fatigue management and other NHVL guidelines including Chain of Responsibility
• Applicant must be able to accurately follow directions at all times

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a forklift licence?
• Do you have a current National Police Check? If not are you willing to get one?
• Do you have a valid driver's licence? If yes, what class of licence do you hold (CA / C / MR / HR etc)?
• Are you willing to provide a recent (less than 1 month old) driving history from the Department of Transport?
• Do you have any pre existing injuries or concerns that may affect your ability to perform the duties outlined in this job ad that we should be made aware of?
• As detailed, this role requires the ability to lift up to 35kg. Are physically fit and strong enough to perform these duties?
• Are you currently working? If yes - please supply if you would need to give notice to your current employer AND your availability to start this position with our company?
• This role requires use of scanners and mobile phone apps to facilitate deliveries and pick ups. Training and education is provided and all staff have access to both a Driver Manual (contains detailed step by step instructions) and senior staff members, if needed.

Do you feel, with this support, you could use these devices as part of this position or do you find it difficult to use this type of technology and prefer paperwork?

• Do you have any previous training in transport industry workplace health and safety regulations and your responsibility within that chain including CoR, Fatigue Management and NHVR guidelines and regulations? If yes and please detail your skills.
• Do you have any previous relevant experience? If yes please give a brief description.

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person