Role - Truck Driver
Full-time (Minimum 38 hours per week)On-site Position
Location: Warrnambool VIC
Employment duration: 3 years (ongoing)
Salary range - $77,000 to $88,000 per annum plus superannuation
About Business -
SW Distribution is an Australian transport and logistics company specializing in freight distribution, courier services, warehousing, and supply chain support solutions across Victoria and South Australia. The business provides reliable and flexible transport services for commercial clients, including regional and metro freight delivery, pallet transport, express delivery services, storage solutions, and specialized freight handling.
With a strong focus on operational efficiency, customer service, and timely delivery outcomes, SW Distribution operates a modern fleet supported by GPS tracking, flexible routing systems, and tailored logistics solutions designed to meet varying freight and distribution requirements. The company works closely with businesses across multiple industries to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient movement of goods from pick-up through to final delivery
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and organised Truck Driver to manage the safe and efficient transport of goods. In this role, you will operate trucks, load and unload freight, secure cargo, inspect vehicles, maintain delivery records, comply with transport regulations, and ensure deliveries are completed safely, on time, and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
Safely operate and maneuver vehicles to designated loading and unloading locations in accordance with operational requirements and site procedures.
- Load, unload, and handle freight using appropriate equipment and safe manual handling techniques, ensuring the efficient movement of goods.
- Comply with all workplace health and safety regulations, transport legislation, and company policies during loading, unloading, and delivery operations.
- Conduct pre-start, post-trip, and routine vehicle inspections to ensure vehicles remain roadworthy, compliant, and safe for operation.
- Calculate and monitor load weights to ensure compliance with legal load limits and maintain correct load distribution for safe transportation.
- Secure, restrain, and protect freight using approved load restraint methods to prevent damage, loss, or movement during transit.
- Inspect goods against delivery documentation, verify quantities and condition of freight, and accurately complete delivery records and proof of delivery documentation.
- Maintain accurate transport records and promptly report any vehicle defects, incidents, delivery discrepancies, or safety concerns to management.
Qualifications, experience and other requirements
- Completion of an AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4) OR in lieu of formal qualifications, at least one year of relevant industry experience may be considered.
- Additionally, candidates must have at least one year of relevant full-time or part-time equivalent experience as a Truck Driver in Australia within the past five years.
- A valid Heavy Rigid (HR), Heavy Combination (HC), or Multi Combination (MC) driver’s license (depending on the nature of vehicle and duties assigned).
- Up-to-date understanding of Australian road rules, fatigue management legislation, and Chain of Responsibility (COR) obligations.
- Proven ability to operate heavy vehicles safely and efficiently in both local and interstate transport settings.
- Strong capabilities in planning delivery routes, estimating travel time, and managing schedules to ensure timely deliveries.
- Ability to load, secure, and unload cargo safely and efficiently
- Familiarity with different types of trailers including Straight Deck, Mezz Deck, and High Cube.
- Skilled in completing logbooks and transporting documentation accurately
- Basic mechanical knowledge for performing routine vehicle checks and minor troubleshooting.
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with dispatch, customers, and team members.
- High level of professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail.
- Commitment to workplace health and safety standards.
Pay: $77,000.00 – $88,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
