HR truck driver

Optimum Scaffolding; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimum Scaffolding Ltd. is seeking an experienced HR Truck Driver for our Wyong NSW facility.

This full-time role combines skilled driving with human resources support responsibilities, transporting scaffolding materials between Sydney and Newcastle and operating a truck-mounted Manitou forklift. You will conduct vehicle inspections, maintain logbooks, secure cargo, and coordinate with site supervisors and dispatch to ensure timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• Current HR or HC license with a clean driving record.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience driving heavy vehicles in transport or logistics.
• Truck mounted forklift experience.
• Proven knowledge of vehicle maintenance and roadworthiness standards.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety practices.
• Reliability, punctuality and a professional attitude.
• Flexibility to accommodate overtime or early starts as required.

Responsibilities

• Transport scaffolding materials and equipment between Sydney and Newcastle in a safe, efficient manner.
• Operate a truck-mounted Manitou forklift to deliver materials to sites.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and maintain accurate logbooks.
• Ensure cargo is secured and loaded/unloaded according to safety protocols.
• Communicate with site supervisors, clients and dispatch to ensure timely deliveries.
• Adhere to traffic laws and company safety policies; report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.

Skills

HR/HC license

3+ years experience

Time management

Communication

Safety compliance

Reliability

Overtime flexibility

Tools

Truck mounted forklift

Vehicle maintenance knowledge

Job description

Optimum Scaffolding is a leading provider of scaffolding solutions across The Central Coast, Newcastle & Sydney. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service to our clients whilst maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Our team is dedicated to supporting the construction and industrial sectors with reliable, innovative scaffolding systems and expert logistics management. We believe in fostering a positive workplace culture where every team member contributes to our continued success.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced HR Truck Driver to join our team at our Wyong NSW facility. This is a full-time position that plays a crucial role in our operations, combining skilled driving with human resources support responsibilities. As an HR Truck Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting scaffolding materials and equipment to sites in our new automatic Scania 8x4 with truck mounted manitou forklift . This role is essential to maintaining our service delivery standards and supporting our growing workforce.

What you'll be doing

Operating heavy vehicles safely and efficiently to transport scaffolding materials and equipment to sites between Sydney and Newcastle

Operating a truck mounted Manitou fork lift delivering scaffolding materials into sites between Sydney and Newcastle.

Conducting pre and post-trip vehicle inspections and maintaining accurate logbooks in compliance with road transport regulations

Ensuring all cargo is properly secured, loaded and unloaded in accordance with safety protocols

Communicating effectively with site supervisors, clients and the dispatch team to ensure timely deliveries

Adhering strictly to all traffic laws, company policies and workplace health and safety requirements

Reporting any vehicle maintenance issues or safety concerns promptly to management

What we're looking for

Current Heavy Rigid (HR) or Heavy Combination (HC) driver's license with a clean driving record

Truck mounted fork lift experience

Minimum 3 years' experience driving heavy vehicles in a transport or logistics environment

Proven knowledge of vehicle maintenance and roadworthiness standards

Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams

A genuine commitment to workplace health and safety practices

Reliability, punctuality and a professional attitude towards work

Flexibility to accommodate the occasional overtime or early starts as required by operational needs

What we offer

At Optimum Scaffolding, we value our employees and are committed to providing a supportive working environment. We offer competitive remuneration, a structured schedule, and the opportunity to work within a stable, growing organisation. We provide ongoing professional development opportunities and encourage our team members to develop their skills and progress within the company. We maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety and health, and we support our employees with regular training and resources.