Delivery Driver / Yard Hand

Direct Hire Services; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Hire Services in Sumner Park, QLD, seeks a reliable Delivery Driver / Yard Hand for a full-time role. You’ll be on the road delivering and collecting equipment and in the yard handling loading, unloading, cleaning, and basic maintenance to ensure gear is ready for customers.

The role requires a valid licence, physical fitness, and a safety-first approach. White Card is essential; forklift ticket is a bonus. Apply now to join a long-standing Brisbane-based team.

Qualifications

• Licence: Valid Open Manual Car Licence (MR/HR a plus).
• Fitness: physically active, able to lift and secure loads.
• Attitude: punctual, safety-conscious, can-do mindset.

Responsibilities

• Delivering and picking up construction equipment across the South-West Brisbane area.
• Load/unload customers, clean and service returned gear, and keep the yard tidy.
• Provide a quick safety briefing to customers on equipment operation.

Skills

Driving licence

Physical fitness

Customer service

Safety awareness

White Card

Forklift

Job description

Delivery Driver & Yard Hand | Construction Equipment Hire

Location: Sumner Park, QLD
Work Type: Full-Time / Permanent (Monday – Friday, Some Saturdays available)

About the Role

We're looking for a reliable driver who doesn’t mind getting work done. Direct Hire is looking for a dual-role Delivery Driver / Yard Hand to join our Sumner Park team. You’ll be the face of the company on the road and in the yard.

What You’ll Be Doing

• On the Road: Delivering and picking up construction equipment (generators, pumps, small excavators, temporary fencing, scaffold etc.) across the South-West Brisbane area.
• In the Yard: Loading/unloading customers, cleaning and performing basic maintenance checks on returned gear, service and clean portable toilets, and keeping the yard organised.
• Customer Service: Providing a quick rundown to our customers on how to safely operate the equipment upon delivery.

What We’re Looking For

• Licence: Valid Open Manual Car Licence (MR or HR Licence is a huge plus).
• Experience: None needed. Full training provided,
• Fitness: This is a physical role—you’ll be active all day and need to be comfortable lifting and securing loads. This role is constantly on the move around Brisbane jobsites.
• Attitude: Punctual, safety-conscious, and a "can-do" approach. You’re someone who takes pride in keeping the gear and the yard looking cared for.
• White Card: This is a must have to ensure we are all working safe.
• Forklift Ticket: Highly regarded (but not a dealbreaker if you're willing to learn).

Why Join Us?

• Local Work: Based in Sumner Park with most deliveries within the greater Brisbane area.
• Stability: A permanent role with a company that’s been around approaching 40 years.