Heavy Haulage Driver-BCH SA

Northeast Auto Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Auto Group's Big Chief Hire is seeking a Heavy Haulage Driver based in South Australia. This hands-on driving role requires safe operation of oversized loads and strict adherence to NHVR regulations.

You will load, transport, and unload heavy machinery across Adelaide metro and regional SA; a current HC/MC licence with 3–4 years experience is expected, along with pre-employment medical clearance.

Qualifications

• Current HC or MC licence with a minimum of 3-4 years’ heavy vehicle driving experience.
• Shift and load ticket or VOC.
• Proven experience in heavy haulage, including loading and unloading plant and machinery.
• Low loader experience (highly regarded).
• Strong understanding of NHVR regulations and Chain of Responsibility requirements.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment medical and hold a current Fit to Drive assessment.
• Strong safety focus with a clean and reliable driving history.
• Confident working independently and making safe operational decisions.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, unload, and transport heavy machinery and oversized freight across South Australia.
• Operate in compliance with NHVR Heavy Vehicle National Law and Chain of Responsibility obligations.
• Conduct thorough daily pre-start checks to ensure roadworthiness.
• Manage fatigue in accordance with regulations and company policy.
• Secure loads using approved restraint methods and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Time management

Education

HC or MC Licence

3–4 years heavy vehicle driving experience

Shift ticket or VOC

NHVR regulations knowledge

Job description

At our Head Office location at Burton and take on a heavy haulage role where your work keeps our major projects moving. You’ll be trusted with oversized and essential loads that require real skill, focus, and responsibility on every trip. This is a hands‑on driving role where safety and precision matter, backed by a team that gets the job done right.

About The Role

As a Heavy Haulage Driver with Big Chief Hire, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient transport of trucks, plant machinery, and a range of oversized equipment across South Australia. You will play a key role in ensuring freight is delivered on time all whilst ensuring compliance with NHVR regulations and Chain of Responsibility (COR) requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely load, unload, and transport heavy machinery and oversized freight, including earthmoving equipment
• Operate in full compliance with NHVR Heavy Vehicle National Law and Chain of Responsibility obligations at all times
• Conduct thorough daily pre‑start checks and ensure vehicles and equipment are roadworthy
• Manage fatigue in accordance with fatigue management regulations and company policy
• Secure loads correctly using approved restraint methods and procedures
• Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation as required
• Work safely across metro Adelaide and regional South Australian locations

About You

• Current HC or MC licence with a minimum of 3-4 years’ heavy vehicle driving experience
• Shift and load ticket or VOC
• Proven experience in heavy haulage, including loading and unloading plant and machinery
• Low loader experience (highly regarded)
• Strong understanding of NHVR regulations and Chain of Responsibility requirements
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment medical and hold a current Fit to Drive assessment
• Strong safety focus with a clean and reliable driving history
• Confident working independently and making safe operational decisions
• Ability to perform in high‑pressure and demanding environments
• Familiarity with Adelaide Metro and regional South Australia (desirable)

About Us

Big Chief Hire, a proud member of the Northeast Auto Group, is your go‑to supplier for truck and heavy machinery hire across Australia. We provide an extensive range of hire equipment — from earthmovers to trucks — tailored to suit every project.

Whether you need wet hire with skilled operators or dry hire where you take the controls, Big Chief Hire is committed to delivering exceptional service, reliable machinery, and flexible hire solutions. You can count on us to keep your project moving.

Established in 1978, the Northeast Auto Group is a national award‑winning automotive retail and service organisation employing 600 people in South Australia, Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales and Northern Territory.

We deliver a complete customer experience through multiple business units to provide the highest quality of service and innovative solutions. Our group of companies include Light and Heavy vehicle dealerships, Engineering and Manufacturing division, Agricultural and Construction Equipment Solutions partnering with renowned and reputable OEM brands across the nation.

We are a high‑performance business. Our success is built on hard work and skilfulness. We employ the best, and we invest in our people to make sure their knowledge is second‑to‑none. We go the extra mile, and we will always deliver.

Ready to make the move?

• Please note that as part of the recruitment process you may be requested to undergo various pre‑employment checks, such as a Right to Work in Australia Check, National Criminal Police Check or a Pre‑Employment Medical.

Northeast Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply for our positions. Northeast Auto Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.

In order to maintain a safe work environment and comply with legal regulations Northeast East Auto Group conducts random drug and alcohol testing as part of its employment policies.