HR Truck Driver

Cochrane's Transport; Clare; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13.5% Superannuation

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Cochrane's Transport is seeking an HR Truck Driver for the Clare Depot in South Australia. This full-time role involves early starts (from ~5:00 am), 38 hours per week, and overtime opportunities.

You will operate heavy vehicles, manage loading/unloading, and ensure timely, safe deliveries across metropolitan and regional routes. Applicants should hold a current HR License (essential), with desirable Multi-Drop and forklift experience, and a track record of safe driving.

Qualifications

• HR License (Heavy Rigid) is essential.
• Multi-Drop delivery experience is desirable.
• Forklift license desirable.
• Excellent driving record and safe driving history.
• Physically fit and able to work independently.
• Ability to follow schedules and work autonomously.
• Comfort with modern devices (touch screens/scanners).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced transport environment.
• Experience in the transport industry is advantageous.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Commitment to safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy vehicles to deliver general freight and palletised goods on metropolitan and regional routes.
• Load and unload parcels, ensure accurate delivery documentation.
• Provide outstanding customer service during deliveries and pickups.

Skills

HR License

Multi-Drop

Forklift

Strong driving record

Customer service

Safety compliance

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

Full-time position, Monday to Friday- 38 hours per week Early starts, with approximate start times from 5:00 am Opportunity for overtime and additional earnings Well maintained facilities and fleet of vehicles We are seeking skilled HR Truck Driver to join our professional team located at our Clare 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