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.
We are seeking an experienced and safety‑focused Driver Trainer to support the capability and performance of our driving team.
In this hands‑on role, you will deliver high‑quality driver induction programs, on‑road assessments, and practical skills training to new and experienced drivers. You’ll help ensure every driver operates safely, confidently, and in compliance with Australian transport laws, NHVR requirements, Chain of Responsibility (CoR) obligations, and company standards.
You’ll work both on‑site and on the road, coaching drivers in real‑world conditions and helping build a strong safety culture, consistent operational standards, and reliable service delivery.
- Deliver heavy vehichle driver induction training for new starters
- Conduct on‑road driver assessments, verification of competency and practical evaluations
- Provide compliance training across:
- Fatigue management
- Chain of Responsibility
- Load restraint (incl. BlueScope standards)
- HACCP requirements
- Dangerous Goods procedures
- NHVR and Chain of Responsibility obligations
- Customer site protocols
- Train drivers in heavy vehicle operation, manoeuvring, coupling/uncoupling, loading/unloading and equipment use
- Deliver route familiarisation within Melbourne and Victoria.
- Provide refresher training to maintain safety and compliance standards
- Promote safe driving behaviours and reinforce company and regulatory requirements
- Report hazards, incidents and near misses promptly
- Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings and incident reviews
- Maintain accurate training records, assessment documentation and LMS entries
- Support audit readiness through accurate, timely compliance documentation
- Work independently on‑road and on‑site while fostering a strong safety culture
- Act as a professional, supportive coach to improve driver capability, performance and consistency
