HC and MC Yard Truck Driver

Toll Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training on DG/MHF requirements

Safety-focused team environment

Ongoing work at Major Hazard Facility

Job summary

Toll Group is seeking a proactive Yard Truck Driver / Preloader in Sydney to support transport operations at an MHF handling Dangerous Goods. You will preload freight, secure loads, and prepare paperwork so drivers depart on time each morning.

Key duties include forklift loading, yard prime mover operations, occasional local deliveries and safety-focused procedures. Training is provided for DG/MHF requirements.

Qualifications

• Current LF Forklift Licence (or willing to obtain)
• Current HC or MC Driver's Licence
• Experience with freight handling, load restraint and warehouse operations
• Experience handling Dangerous Goods is highly regarded
• Knowledge of Major Hazard Facility safety requirements a plus

Responsibilities

• Load and secure freight with a forklift onto delivery vehicles following load restraint guidelines and DG requirements
• Operate a prime mover within the yard, including safe trailer coupling/uncoupling
• Occasional local deliveries as required
• Complete loading records and ensure paperwork is ready for drivers
• Conduct visual inspections of vehicles, freight and restraints for safety and compliance
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings and site safety initiatives
• Perform general storeperson/warehouse duties when not preloading
• Follow directions from Warehouse Team Leaders to allocate tasks efficiently

Skills

LF forklift licence

HC or MC licence

freight handling

load restraint

warehouse operations

DG handling

Job description

The Role

Toll Recruit are seeking a proactive and safety-focused Yard Truck Driver / Preloader to support transport operations at a Major Hazard Facility (MHF) handling Dangerous Goods (DG).

This role plays a key part in preparing next-day deliveries by preloading and securing freight, ensuring drivers can depart promptly each morning with minimal delays.

You’ll work closely with warehouse, transport and scheduling teams to ensure freight is prepared safely, accurately and efficiently for dispatch.

Start Time: 12pm - 8pm.

Pay Rate: $57.66 - $61.68

Key Duties

• Load and secure freight using a forklift onto delivery vehicles in line with load restraint guidelines and Dangerous Goods (DG) requirements.
• Operate a prime mover within the yard, including safely coupling and uncoupling trailers in accordance with site procedures.
• Complete occasional local deliveries as required.
• Complete loading records and ensure all required paperwork is prepared and ready for drivers.
• Conduct visual inspections of vehicles, freight and load restraints to ensure safety and compliance.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings and site safety initiatives.
• Complete general storeperson and warehouse duties as directed by Warehouse Team Leaders when preloading is not required.
• Work under the direction of Warehouse Team Leaders, who will oversee floor activities and allocate tasks based on operational requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Current LF Forklift Licence or willing to obtain.
• Current HC or MC Driver's Licence.
• Previous experience in freight handling, load restraint and warehouse operations.
• Experience handling Dangerous Goods is highly regarded.
• Understanding of Major Hazard Facility (MHF) safety requirements, with training provided where required.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently, follow instructions and manage priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Reliable, proactive and team‑oriented approach to work.

What's On Offer

• Opportunity to work with a leading transport and logistics operation.
• Ongoing work in a safety-focused Major Hazard Facility environment.
• Varied duties across preloading, freight handling and general warehouse operations.
• Training and support provided for site‑specific DG and MHF requirements.
• Opportunity to utilise and develop your forklift, freight handling and transport experience.
• Work that directly supports efficient next‑day deliveries across Sydney Metro

About Toll Group

At Toll, we do more than just logistics – we move the businesses that move the world. Our 14,000 team members can help solve any logistics, transport or supply chain challenge – big or small. We have been supporting our customers for more than 130 years. Today, we support more than 20,000 customers worldwide from around 300 sites in over 30 markets, and a forwarding network spanning 140 countries. We are proudly part of Japan Post – www.tollgroup.com

Toll Group does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies and will not pay any placement fees relating to such unsolicited resume referrals.

All applicants must be entitled to work in Australia and be prepared to undergo a criminal history check, preemployment medical and/or drug & alcohol testing as required.

Toll embraces and celebrates a variety of cultures. We continue to build a business that reflects the values of equality, built on the knowledge and understanding that everyone is welcome including the First Nations Peoples, and those of all ages, genders and abilities.