Drivers

Gate Gourmet; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global opportunities

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Wellbeing app

Health & fitness discount

Safety culture

Free parking

Job summary

Gate Gourmet is seeking a Full-Time Truck Driver for the Sydney Airport operations. The role involves driving daily, operating hi-lift catering trucks, and collaborating in a two-person team to load/unload catering trolleys safely, with duties including pre-trip checks and safety compliance.

You will work five days a week across morning/afternoon rosters, with opportunities to obtain ASIC/ADA and advance within a global company dedicated to high-standard catering services.

Qualifications

• Current MR or HR driver’s licence (MC/HC highly regarded).
• Experience operating MR/HR/HC/MC class vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate hi-lift catering trucks safely, including working at heights.
• Load and unload catering trolleys and materials with load security.
• Work in a two-person team to meet flight and service schedules.
• Perform pre-trip checks and keep vehicles clean and safe.
• Follow loading lists and safety requirements.
• Report incidents or issues promptly.

Skills

MR/HR driving experience

Teamwork

Safety-focused

Adaptability in fast-paced env.

5 days a week availability

Job description

Gategourmet, a Gategroup company, is the world's largest independent provider of catering and provisioning services to the airline industry. With a proud 95-year history, we support more than 300+ Aviation carriers across over 68 countries serving over 700 million passengers in the sky annually. Our operations combine culinary excellence with stringent food safety and production standards, enabling us to deliver high-quality, reliable catering solutions to over 680 million travellers annually.

Your new role:

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Truck Driver to join our Sydney Airport Operations team. In this role, you will be driving daily, back and forth to the Sydney Airport, driving hi-lift catering trucks, whilst working at heights, and partnering with a colleague in a team of two to load and unload meal catering trolleys efficiently and safely. This position is "hands-on" and ideal for someone who enjoys both local driving and physical work.

A typical day, you would be responsible for:

• Drive and operate hi-lift catering trucks safely, including working at heights.
• Complete accurate, timely loading and off-loading of catering trolleys and materials, ensuring load security and operational efficiency.
• Work collaboratively as part of a two-person team to meet flight and service schedules.
• Conduct pre-trip checks, keep vehicles clean, and operate all equipment safely.
• Follow loading lists, stowage plans, and customer, health, and safety requirements.
• Report any incidents, injuries, missing materials, or operational issues promptly.

About you:

• A current MR or HR driver's licence (MC or HC highly regarded).
• Experience operating MR, HR, HC, or MC class vehicles.
• Comfortable working at heights and handling/ unloading catering trolleys.
• Strong teamwork skills and a proactive, safety-focused approach.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Availability to work 5 days out of 7, including occasional weekend shifts, across morning and afternoon rosters.
• Ability to obtain an ASIC (Aviation Security Identification Card) and ADA (Airside Driving Authority).
• No criminal history.
• Willingness to complete a pre-employment medical (at the companies cost).

What we offer:

• Global company means more opportunities to develop you and your career further
• Flexibility
• Be supported with leadership and professional development
• Reward & Recognition – Feel valued in the workplace and appreciated for your efforts
• Access to an employee Assistance program a Wellbeing App which provides confidential support for employees
• Discounted Health & Fitness pass for employeesand their family
• Safety First Work culture
• Free parking on site