Driver

Dahlsens Building Centres Pty; Echuca; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniform

Safety boots reimbursement up to $120

Birthday paid day off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retail discounts platform access

Team member discounts

Strong team culture

Recognition for safety and performance

Job summary

Dahlsens Family Group of Companies in Echuca is seeking a responsible Truck Driver to deliver timber and building products to trade customers across the Echuca region. You will operate a loading crane, manage runs, and ensure safe, on-time deliveries while upholding a strong safety record.

You will join a long-established, family-owned business that values its people and offers a supportive team environment with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Mandatory Crane license (10 tonne metres+)
• Mandatory Forklift LF license
• Mandatory White Card (construction induction)
• 3+ years driving/delivery experience (preferred)
• Clean driving record and no infringements
• Experience with stock control and safe loading/unloading

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles and plant safely and compliantly
• Transport and handle product to site in a safe, secure manner
• Use vehicle loading crane to load/unload as required
• Secure deliveries with bearers, straps and ties
• Ensure on-time, accurate deliveries to customers
• Communicate delays or changes proactively to customers
• Maintain run sheet accuracy and conduct checks
• Assess sites for hazards before unloading; assist as needed
• Keep vehicles/plant clean and inspect regularly
• Report defects and tag out equipment until resolved
• Assist in the yard and support the team as required
• Adhere to safety programs and report hazards or incidents promptly

Skills

Crane license

Forklift license

White Card

Driving experience 3+ years

Stock control

Customer service

Safety mindset

Team player

Communication

Physically fit

Tools

Vehicle and crane operation tools

Job description

Dahlsens Family Group of Companies is a proud, long-standing partner to Australia’s builders, from local trades and serious renovators to large-scale residential and commercial projects. As an Australian family owned and run business, we are committed to supporting the industry and the communities we serve.

We offer a true whole-of-house solution, supporting the build from the ground up - from wall frames and trusses through to doors, hardware, windows, roofing, kitchens, bathrooms, and lifestyle cabinetry. We are here to make building simpler, smarter, and more reliable.

With a legacy dating back to 1877, we continue to evolve, helping builders get the job done right and this is just the beginning.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Full-time permanent opportunity + attractive hourly rate + super + working with an awesome team
• Free uniform and safety boots reimbursement provided up to $120.00
• Be part of a 145 year old organisation that puts its people first and has their best interests at heart

As a Truck Driver at our Echuca branch, you are a brand ambassador of Dahlsens. You will safely deliver timber, building products and other merchandise to trade customers across the Echuca region, ensuring goods reach site on time, in full and to customer specifications every trip.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will take ownership of your daily runs, operate the vehicle loading crane to safely load and unload on site, and time-manage yourself throughout the day. Whilst onsite you may be required to unload items by hand or in tandem with another team member, so a strong safety mindset and attention to load restraint is essential.

This is a hands-on, customer-facing role that suits a fully ticketed driver who takes pride in a clean driving record, enjoys building rapport with builders, and brings a can-do, safety-first attitude every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE

• Operating vehicles and plant in a safe and compliant manner
• Transporting and handling product in a safe, secure manner to site
• Operating the vehicle loading crane safely to load and unload the truck when required
• Securing deliveries during transit using appropriate bearers, straps and ties
• Ensuring goods are delivered on time and in full to customer specifications
• Communicating changes and delays proactively to customers
• Ensuring goods match run sheets and are accurately accounted for and checked off
• Assessing sites and hazards before accessing or unloading goods, including additional plant use when required
• Keeping vehicles and plant clean, operable and inspected (daily, weekly and monthly inspection reports)
• Reporting defects, faults and tagging plant out until resolved
• Manual handling of timber, plasterboard and other building materials (lifting up to 25kg, occasionally up to 40kg in a dual lift)
• Assisting in the yard when needed or directed by the Branch Manager
• Reporting hazards, near misses and incidents promptly via Donesafe
• Living the 'Our Circle of Care' principles – See, Say, Listen, Stop – and looking out for the safety of yourself, your team, our customers and the community

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (capacity 10 metre tonnes and above) (mandatory)
• Current Forklift Licence (LF) (mandatory)
• Construction Induction Card (White Card) (mandatory)
• Previous experience as a driver with a minimum of three years' experience delivering or handling similar products (preferred)
• Clean and untarnished driving record with no infringements
• Demonstrated experience in stock control, safe loading and unloading of stock and transport
• Strong customer service ethic and clear communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with builders on site
• Physically capable of shifting, manoeuvring and storing stock in line with WHS practices
• Ability to work without supervision, manage your own time and support the wider yard team when required
• A reliable team player who is energetic, honest, safety-first and brings a can-do attitude every day

PERKS

• Take a day off on your Birthday & still get paid for it (subject to eligibility).
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members.
• Uniform provided so you can look the part when customer facing.
• Access to our awesome reward and benefits platform with cashback discounts at over 400 retailers such as Adidas, Woolworths, Coles, Ikea, Woolworths, Myer, Rebel Sports + more!
• Team member discounts may be available (T&C may apply).
• Be part of something strong, we really are growing together.
• Your contribution is valued and celebrated; the company culture lives this.
• Work with a great bunch of friendly people who want to see you succeed.

The successful applicant will be subject to a comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, this may include aPre-employment Medical Assessment&National Police&Right to Work checks.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a zero tolerance to Drugs and Alcohol in the workplace and we do conduct regular random workplace testing.

Only applicants with the Right to Work in Australia will be considered for this position.