We are seeking an experienced HR or HC driver for occasional, on-call local delivery work and general operational support.
This position is particularly suited to a semi-retired driver looking for flexible, occasional work without committing to a regular roster. Semi-retired drivers are strongly encouraged to apply.
This is an on-call position with no guaranteed weekly hours. Applicants must be comfortable receiving approximately one hour’s notice when work becomes available.
Your responsibilities
- MUST be fluent in spoken and written English, with the ability to clearly understand safety instructions, communicate with customers and management, and accurately complete all required paperwork and delivery documentation
- Completing local pickups and deliveries
- Safely operating manual HR/HC vehicles
- Correctly strapping and securing loads
- Completing vehicle pre-start inspections
- Following NHVR, fatigue-management and Chain of Responsibility requirements
- Completing delivery paperwork and obtaining proof of delivery
- Taking vehicles to and from mechanics or service centres
- Collecting and returning trucks to rental companies when required
- Taking company vehicles to be washed
- Removing rubbish and keeping the warehouse and yard tidy
- Sweeping warehouse floors
- Assisting with other reasonable ad hoc operational duties
- Reporting vehicle defects, delays, damage or incidents promptly
- Communicating professionally with customers and management
- Must be confident with our Driver's App / Use of mobile phone.
To be successful, you must have
- A current HR or HC driver’s licence
- Experience driving manual heavy vehicles
- Strong load-restraint and strapping knowledge
- A sound understanding of NHVR requirements
- A reliable, responsible and safety-focused attitude
- A willingness to assist with general warehouse, yard and vehicle-related duties
- Reliable transport to our Smeaton Grange warehouse
- Availability to accept occasional work at short notice
- Good communication skills and professional presentation
Position details
- Casual, on-call employment
- No guaranteed weekly hours
- Immediate start available
- Applicants must be willing to complete a one-way video interview via a secure link
- We are seeking candidates who are eager to commence work and are highly reliable and Honest!
This role will not suit someone seeking guaranteed hours, a regular full-time roster or driving-only duties.
Pay: $36.78 – $40.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
