Driver

Coates; City Of Kwinana; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career progression

Flexible working options

Employee discounts

Purchased additional leave program

Novated leasing and salary sacrifice

Job summary

Coates is seeking a driver at our Kwinana branch to deliver and pick up equipment with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service. Based out of Kwinana, you will be part of a team that values on-time, safe deliveries and professional conduct.

Requirements include a valid heavy vehicle licence, forklift/EWP/crane licences or relevant tilt tray experience, and a solid grasp of load restraint and safety practices. Training and career progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• A valid heavy vehicle driver's licence.
• Forklift, EWP, vehicle crane licences or tilt tray experience viewed favourably.
• Experience safely loading/unloading equipment and securing loads.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Experience in equipment hire/transport/construction sectors; intermediate computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely deliver and pick up equipment from customer and site locations.
• Load and unload equipment, operating forklifts and lifts where licensed.
• Secure loads according to company standards and Chain of Responsibility requirements.
• Demonstrate equipment operation and safety requirements to customers.
• Complete vehicle safety inspections and delivery documentation accurately.
• Assist with equipment retrieval and yard duties while maintaining a safe area.

Skills

Heavy vehicle driving

Customer service

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Tools

Forklift license

EWP license

Vehicle crane license

Job description

• Monday to Friday roster with a 6:30am start
• Hourly rates – fortnightly pay

Here's How You'll Be a Part Of Our Team

• Permanent full-time position
• Monday to Friday roster with a 6:30am start
• Hourly rates – fortnightly pay

Duties

As a Driver with Coates, you'll be a key representative of our business, delivering equipment safely, efficiently and on time while providing exceptional customer service. Based out of our Kwinana branch, you'll play a key role in maintaining our Safety First culture and ensuring every job is completed professionally and safely.

Your duties will include:

• Safely, professionally, and efficiently deliver and pick up equipment from customer and site locations
• Safely load and unload equipment, including operating forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts and other equipment where licensed
• Secure and restrain loads in accordance with company standards, legislation and Chain of Responsibility requirements
• Demonstrate equipment operation and safety requirements to customers on delivery
• Complete vehicle safety inspections, delivery documentation and compliance requirements accurately and on time
• Adhere to customer site requirements, Coates safety procedures and Chain of Responsibility obligations
• Assist with equipment retrieval and general yard duties while maintaining a safe and organised work environment

What You'll Get In Return

As a member of the Coates team, you'll enjoy a range of perks and benefits, including:

• Training and career progression pathways
• Flexible working options available. Let's discuss what works best for you
• Access to our employee discounts and benefits program
• Purchased additional leave program
• Employee discounts on equipment hire
• Novated leasing and salary sacrifice options

What You'll Bring To The Role

• A valid heavy vehicle driver's licence
• Forklift, EWP, vehicle crane licenses, and/or tilt tray experience (highly regarded)
• Experience safely loading and unloading equipment, including the use of correct load restraint methods
• A strong understanding of Chain of Responsibility requirements and a demonstrated commitment to safe work practices
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Experience within the equipment hire, transport, construction or related industries, along with intermediate computer skills (highly regarded)

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture.

Coates welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to apply.

Coates. Equipped for you.