HR Night Country Driver

Cochrane's Transport; Gillman; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13.5% Superannuation

Well maintained facilities and modern,

Upskilling and career development

Job summary

Cochrane's Transport in South Australia is seeking a qualified HR Night Country Driver to operate from Gillman depot, handling long-distance regional runs that include bread deliveries and general freight. The position runs 10–12 hours per shift, up to five nights weekly, with trips paid on a competitive rate.

You will join a well-maintained fleet focused on safety and customer service, working Monday through Sunday as required and aiming to deliver reliable, on-time service across regional SA.

Qualifications

• HR Licence or higher required.
• Forklift Licence desirable.
• Willing to learn and operate multiple runs.
• Experience in transport industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate long-distance regional runs departing Gillman between 7:00pm–9:00pm and returning next morning.
• Deliver a mix of general freight and bread products to regional SA locations; ~15–20 deliveries per run.
• Complete up to five night runs per week in a safe, efficient manner.
• Work independently, adhering to load restraint and transport regulations.

Skills

HR Licence

Forklift Licence

BFM Accreditation

Safety conscious

Customer service

Multitask / flexible

Independence

Job description

About us:

Proudly independent and family-owned, Cochrane's Transport is South Australia's leading express parcel and transport service provider.

We are proud to be one of South Australia’s Top 100 Companies, operating a fleet of 250 vehicles and generating an annual turnover of $80 million. With a dedicated team of over 300 employees, our headquarters in Gillman and regional depots in Port Augusta, Whyalla, Port Pirie, Kadina, Clare, Berri, and Victor Harbor enable us to provide next-day express freight services throughout South Australia, including both metropolitan and regional areas, as well as to Broken Hill and Mildura.

About the position:

We are currently searching for a qualified HR Night Country Driver who is looking for their next career opportunity working with a modern, well-maintained fleet fitted with enhanced safety features designed with driver comfort and fitness in mind.

This position operate on a regular work pattern, departing from our Gillman depot in the evening and returning the following morning. You will be responsible for completing long-distance regional runs, servicing our established customers and delivering a combination of general freight and bread products.

A key part of this role involves completing regular bread deliveries to established customer locations throughout regional South Australia, alongside general freight deliveries. You can expect to complete approximately 15-20 deliveries per run, providing reliable and professional service to our customers while working efficiently and safely.

You will generally commence at the Gillman depot between 7:00pm and 9:00pm, completing runs averaging approximately 10-12 hours, up to five nights per week. This role is paid on a trip rate, offering a competitive rate based on the runs completed.

Our ideal candidate will be passionate about a career in transport and looking for their next opportunity with one of South Australia's leading regional express transport providers.

About you:

• HR Licence or greater
• Forklift Licence (desirable)
• BFM Accreditation (desirable)
• Must be willing to learn and operate multiple runs
• Ability to safely complete general freight and bread deliveries
• Adhere to all load restraint and transport regulations
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised
• Availability to work across a Monday through to Sunday operation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong focus on safety and customer service
• Previous experience in the transport industry
• Adaptable, reliable and customer-focused

What we offer:

• 13.5% Superannuation
• Well maintained facilities and modern fleet of vehicles
• Upskilling and career development opportunities