Float Driver

Blend Projects; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Blend Projects in Geebung, Brisbane is seeking an experienced Float Driver to transport machinery across Southeast Queensland, load and unload safely, and maintain delivery records. You will conduct daily inspections, ensure fatigue management and road transport compliance, and coordinate with site teams to meet project deadlines.

Holding a current MC licence, White Card, and tickets for Blend-owned plant is preferred; you must be reliable, punctual, able to work independently, and communicate

Qualifications

• Experience transporting machinery across Southeast Queensland.
• Current MC licence and construction White Card required or preferred.
• Clean driving record with understanding of road transport compliance.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight schedules.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport plant and equipment between project sites across Southeast Queensland.
• Load, secure, and unload machinery in accordance with safety requirements.
• Conduct daily pre-start inspections and routine vehicle checks.
• Complete transport documentation, logbooks, and delivery records accurately.
• Coordinate machine deliveries with site teams and supervisors.
• Report vehicle defects and assist with routine maintenance.
• Maintain clean, safe, and professional presentation of vehicles.

Skills

Float driving

Safe driving

Time management

Communication

Independence

Attention to detail

Fatigue management knowledge

Education

Construction White Card

Tools

Vehicle inspections

Logbooks

MC licence

Job description

Blend Projects is a Geebung based civil construction company delivering end-to-end subdivisions, basements, and demolition works across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.

Blend Projects specialise in the following key areas:

• subdivisions
• bulk earthworks
• basements
• hardstand construction
• civil services (stormwater, sewer, water, electrical)
• road construction
• demolition
• remediation and recycling
• land clearing
• concreting
• piling platforms

Blend own an extensive fleet of machinery from 2 tonne - 50 tonne excavators, dozers, skid steers, graders, loaders, rollers, crushing and screening, articulated dump trucks, water trucks and road trucks.

The role

Blend Projects is seeking an experienced and reliable Float Driver to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting machinery safely and efficiently throughout Southeast Queensland, ensuring the timely delivery of equipment to project sites.

The role also involves conducting vehicle inspections, completing equipment checks, and carrying out routine maintenance to ensure all vehicles remain compliant and in safe operating condition.

Key responsibilities

Responsibilities will include:

Safely transport plant and equipment between project sites across Southeast Queensland.

Load, secure, and unload machinery in accordance with safety and compliance requirements.

Conduct daily pre-start inspections and routine vehicle checks.

Complete transport documentation, logbooks, and delivery records accurately.

Ensure compliance with fatigue management, road transport, and WHS requirements.

Coordinate machine deliveries and collections with site teams and supervisors.

Report vehicle defects and assist with routine maintenance requirements.

Maintain a clean, safe, and professional presentation of vehicles and equipment.

Communicate effectively with operators, supervisors, and clients.

Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Valid Open Drivers Licence (MC).

Construction Industry White Card

Hold current tickets/licences for all Blend-owned plant and machinery (preferred)

Proven experience operating heavy vehicles, with float and dolly experience highly regarded.

Clean driving record and strong understanding of road transport compliance.

Sound knowledge of fatigue management requirements.

Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Reliable, punctual, and organised with excellent time management skills.

Confident communicator with a professional approach to internal and external stakeholders.

Strong commitment to safety and attention to details.

Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to be part of a team.

What we offer

Training and development

Competitive hourly rate and long-term opportunities