HR Truck Driver

Cochrane's Transport; Berri; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13.5% Superannuation

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Cochrane's Transport is seeking skilled HR Truck Drivers at our Berri Depot to operate heavy vehicles for delivering general freight and palletised goods across metropolitan and regional routes.

The role emphasizes safe, timely service, loading/unloading duties, and accurate documentation, with potential overtime and early start times (5am–7am). The company values safety, reliability, and customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Current HR License (Heavy Rigid) – essential.
• Multi-Drop delivery experience – desirable.
• Forklift license – desirable.
• Excellent driver with excellent driving records.
• Physically fit and passionate about what they do.
• Ability to work independently and follow schedules.
• Competency with use of modern equipment (Touch screens/scanners).
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experienced in the transport industry, adaptable and reliable.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Commitment to safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy vehicles to deliver general freight and palletised goods.
• Manage loading and unloading and ensure accurate delivery documentation.
• Provide outstanding customer service on metro and regional routes.

Skills

HR Licence (Heavy Rigid)

Multi-Drop delivery

Forklift licence

Clean driving record

Independent worker

Punctual schedules

Scanner/touch screen use

Customer service

Communication skills

Safety and compliance

Tools

N/A

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:

• Full Time Monday to Friday, with approximate start times 5am-7am
• Opportunity for overtime
• Well maintained facilities and fleet of vehicles

We are seeking skilled HR Truck Drivers to join our professional team located at our Berri Depot. The role entails operating heavy vehicles to deliver general freight and palletised goods, focusing on safe and timely service for both metropolitan and regional routes.

Drivers will be required to manage loading, unloading, and ensuring accurate delivery documentation while providing outstanding customer service.

About you:

• Current HR License (Heavy Rigid) – essential
• Multi-Drop delivery experience (desirable, not mandatory)
• Forklift license (desirable, not mandatory)
• Excellent driver with excellent driving records.
• Physically fit and passionate about what they do
• Ability to work independently and follow schedules
• Competency with use of modern equipment (Touch screens/scanners)
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experienced in the transport industry, adaptable and reliable.
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Commitment to safety and compliance

What we offer:

• 13.5% Superannuation
• Career development opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities - diversity and inclusion are central to how we work and grow together as one team.