Fuel Tanker Driver

Lowes Petroleum Service; Hobart; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms & PPE provided

Safety-first culture

Training program

Job summary

Lowes Petroleum is seeking experienced Heavy Combination Drivers to join our Hobart team on a permanent night shift roster, delivering fuel safely and efficiently to our customers across the region. Applicants should hold a valid HC licence with heavy vehicle experience; a B-double licence is advantageous.

We offer a guaranteed minimum of 80 hours per fortnight, uniforms and PPE, and a comprehensive training program delivered by our Driver Trainers.

Qualifications

• Valid HC Licence with heavy vehicle operating experience.
• B-double licence is advantageous.
• Safety-focused and compliant with transport regulations.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, transport and deliver fuel products to customers.
• Prepare trucks for upcoming deliveries.
• Perform daily vehicle pre-start checks and maintain log books.
• Manage fatigue and comply with transport safety regulations.
• Build relationships with customers and represent Lowes professionally.
• Complete all duties safely, efficiently and on time.

Skills

HC Licence

Fatigue management

Customer service

Team player

Job description

Description:

Join the team at Lowes Petroleum, where safety, teamwork, and great service drive everything we do. We're looking for experienced Heavy Combination Drivers to join our Hobart team, delivering fuel safely and efficiently to our valued customers across the region on a Permanent Night Shift roster.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy being on the road, and want to be part of a supportive, safety-first environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Why YOU should work for Lowes

At Lowes Petroleum, we offer more than just a driving job — we offer stability, development, and a team you can rely on.

• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Guaranteed minimum of 80 hours per fortnight
• Sunday & Public Holiday penalty rates
• Uniforms & PPE provided
• Safety-first culture supported by our dedicated HSSE team
• Exceptional training program delivered by our expert Driver Trainers

What You'll Do

• Safely load, transport and deliver fuel products to retail, commercial, agricultural and industrial customers
• Prepare trucks for upcoming deliveries
• Perform daily vehicle pre-start checks and maintain accurate log book records
• Manage fatigue and comply with all transport and safety regulations
• Build strong relationships with our customers and represent Lowes with professionalism
• Complete all duties safely, efficiently, and within required timeframes

What You'll Bring

• A valid HC Licence with experience in heavy vehicle operation
• B-double licence is an advantage
• Fuel experience is beneficial but not essential - full training provided
• A strong commitment to safety and compliance
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A proactive and positive attitude
• Ability to follow procedures and work well in a team environment

Lowes can assist with obtaining additional requirements such as:

• Dangerous Goods Licence (advantageous)
• SLP Accreditation (advantageous)
• BFM Statement of Attainment
• Commercial Driver Medical Fitness

At Lowes Petroleum, we're dedicated to building a thriving Regional Australia. As one of the nation's largest and most trusted regional fuel and lubricant suppliers, we maintain our "country' ethos" while expanding our reach across QLD, NSW, VIC & TAS. Our extensive network of bulk fuel and lubricant depots, delivery vehicles, and Retail Service Stations is supported by a team that is an integral part of the local communities we serve.

All Lowes Petroleum drivers are expected to contribute to a positive professional driving culture, proactively contribute to organisational safety goals, and be reliable.

Further information regarding Lowes Petroleum can be obtained at www.lowespetrol.com.au