Driver Performance Coordinator

Grouplogistics; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Grouplogistics is seeking an experienced Driver Performance Coordinator to join the Sunshine West team in Melbourne, Victoria. You will develop driver capability, assess competency, promote safe work practices and support performance standards across our national heavy vehicle fleet.

You will work closely with drivers, operational leaders and site management to ensure drivers have the skills, knowledge and support required to operate safely, efficiently and in line with company standards.

Qualifications

• Current MC Licence with significant heavy vehicle driving experience.
• Desirable experience operating B-Double and road train combinations.
• TAE or equivalent certification is required.
• Strong knowledge of NHVR legislation, fatigue management and mass management requirements.
• Experience assessing driver competency and coaching performance improvements.
• Solid understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Ability to influence safe behaviours and drive high standards across a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and develop driver induction, training and competency programs.
• Conduct driver assessments and on-road evaluations for new and existing employees.
• Monitor driver performance and identify opportunities for coaching and improvement.
• Support compliance with NHVR, fatigue management and mass management requirements.
• Investigate and address driver performance, safety and compliance trends.
• Assist leaders to maintain consistent driver standards across all locations.
• Maintain driver competency records and training documentation.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Driver coaching

Safety compliance

Stakeholder management

Training delivery

Performance improvement

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) or equivalent

Job description

We have an opportunity for an experienced Driver Performance Coordinator to join our team based in Sunshine West, Victoria.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing driver capability, assessing competency, promoting safe work practices, and supporting performance standards across our national heavy vehicle fleet. Working closely with drivers, operational leaders and site management, you will help ensure our drivers have the skills, knowledge and support required to operate safely, efficiently and in line with company standards.

This position is based at our Sunshine West, VIC facility and offers the opportunity to work across our national transport network, with regular travel to our depots in Mount Gambier, Adelaide, Perth and Launceston.

About the Role

We have an opportunity for an experienced Driver Performance Coordinator to join our team based in Sunshine West, Victoria.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing driver capability, assessing competency, promoting safe work practices, and supporting performance standards across our national heavy vehicle fleet. Working closely with drivers, operational leaders and site management, you will help ensure our drivers have the skills, knowledge and support required to operate safely, efficiently and in line with company standards.

This position is based at our Sunshine West, VIC facility and offers the opportunity to work across our national transport network, with regular travel to our depots in Mount Gambier, Adelaide, Perth and Launceston.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and develop driver induction, training and competency programs

• Conduct driver assessments and on-road evaluations for new and existing employees

• Monitor driver performance and identify opportunities for coaching and improvement

• Support compliance with NHVR, fatigue management and mass management requirements

• Investigate and address driver performance, safety and compliance trends

• Assist leaders to maintain consistent driver standards across all locations

• Maintain driver competency records and training documentation

• Promote a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement

About You

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A current MC Licence with significant heavy vehicle driving experience

• Experience operating B-Double and road train combinations (desirable)

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) or equivalent

• Strong knowledge of NHVR legislation, fatigue management and mass management requirements

• Experience assessing driver competency and coaching performance improvements

• A sound understanding of workplace health and safety requirements

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Strong organisational and time management abilities

• The ability to influence safe behaviours and drive high standards across a diverse workforce

About Group Logistics

Group Logistics is the transport and distribution arm of Borg, supporting manufacturing and distribution operations across Australia. Operating a fleet of hundreds of company-owned vehicles ranging from HR through to MC combinations, we deliver products nationally through a network of manufacturing sites, warehouses and transport hubs.

With transport operations spanning metropolitan, regional and interstate routes, our drivers play a critical role in connecting our customers with our products every day. Our fleet is supported by dedicated in-house workshops, modern equipment and a strong commitment to safety, compliance and operational excellence.