HC/MC Float Driver

HD Ag and Earth Ptd Lty; Maitland City Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HD Ag and Earth Ptd Lty based in Maitland, NSW, is seeking a driver to safely transport heavy machinery and equipment across local and regional areas. This role requires loading, securing, and delivering machinery while maintaining records and complying with safety standards.

You will work largely from Maitland, with a focus on load restraint knowledge, independent scheduling, and a clean driving record. Competitive pay based on experience; MC license preferred.

Qualifications

• Current MC license is preferred.
• Experience operating floats or transporting heavy machinery.
• Knowledge of load restraint and chain-of-responsibility requirements.
• Commitment to safety and compliance.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing schedules.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Load, secure, transport and unload heavy machinery and equipment.
• Complete local and regional deliveries as required.
• Carry out pre-start checks and maintain accurate transport documentation.
• Follow all road transport, fatigue management and site safety requirements.
• Communicate professionally with customers, operators and site personnel.
• Help maintain equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.

Skills

MC license

Floats operation

Load restraint

Safety compliance

Independence

Pre-employment checks

Job description

This role involves safely transporting heavy machinery and equipment across local and regional areas based in Maitland, NSW.

Key responsibilities

• Load, secure, transport and unload heavy machinery and equipment
• Complete local and regional deliveries as required
• Carry out pre-start checks and maintain accurate transport documentation
• Follow all road transport, fatigue management and site safety requirements
• Communicate professionally with customers, operators and site personnel
• Help maintain equipment in a clean and serviceable condition

About you

• Current MC license - preferred
• Demonstrated experience operating floats or transporting heavy machinery
• Sound knowledge of load restraint and chain-of-responsibility requirements
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance
• Ability to work independently and manage changing schedules
• Clean driving record and ability to pass relevant pre-employment checks
• Maitland-based position
• Varied work transporting a range of machinery and equipment
• Competitive pay based on experience and license class
• Supportive team and well-maintained equipment
• Opportunity for ongoing, stable employment