Interstate Driver- BCH SA

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

Job summary

Big Chief Hire is seeking an experienced Interstate Driver to join our Burton Head Office. This full-time role involves transporting vehicles, plant, heavy haulage freight and oversized cargo across Australia on interstate routes.

You will operate Road Trains, manage long-distance trips and ensure loads are secured according to load restraint procedures and relevant regulations. Applicants should have an MC licence with 3+ years’ experience and proven interstate experience.

Qualifications

• Current MC licence with minimum 3 years' experience.
• Proven Road Train experience.
• Experience transporting heavy vehicles and freight interstate.
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport vehicles, heavy machinery and freight across interstate routes.
• Operate Road Trains and manage long-distance interstate trips.
• Load, unload and secure freight using correct load restraint procedures.
• Comply with NHVR regulations, COR, and load restraint requirements.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and maintain roadworthy equipment.

Skills

MC licence

Road Train

Interstate driving

Heavy vehicle

Fatigue management

Job description

Big Chief Hire is looking for an experienced Interstate Driver to join our team at our Burton Head Office. This is a full-time opportunity for an experienced MC driver who is confident travelling long distances and transporting vehicles, heavy machinery and oversized freight across Australia.

About The Role

As an Interstate Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient transport of vehicles, plant, machinery and heavy haulage freight across interstate routes. you'll work across a mix of in-gauge and over-dimensional freight, ensuring every load is transported safely, securely and in line with all relevant regulations and travel conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport vehicles, heavy machinery, plant and other freight across interstate routes.
• Operate Road Trains and manage long-distance interstate trips.
• Transport both over-dimensional and in-gauge freight.
• Safely load, unload and secure freight using correct load restraint procedures.
• Safely operate mobile plant for loading and unloading where required.
• Comply with HVNL, NHVR regulations, road laws, OSOM permits, mass and dimension requirements and applicable travel conditions.
• Follow Chain of Responsibility (COR) requirements and company procedures.
• Conduct daily pre-start checks and ensure vehicles and equipment remain safe and roadworthy.
• Manage fatigue in accordance with fatigue management requirements.
• Complete all required transport documentation and records.

About You

• Current MC licence - minimum 3 years' experience.
• Proven Road Train experience.
• Previous experience transporting heavy vehicles, machinery and freight interstate.
• Float experience highly regarded.
• Proven experience with both over-dimensional and in-gauge freight.
• Strong understanding of NHVR regulations, Chain of Responsibility and load restraint requirements.
• Ability to safely operate mobile plant for loading and unloading.
• Strong understanding of fatigue management and interstate driving requirements.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical.
• Reliable, safety-focused and comfortable working independently.
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach to customer service and freight delivery.

Why Join Big Chief Hire?

• Full-time, secure opportunity
• Interstate driving across a variety of routes and freight
• Work with modern heavy vehicles and equipment
• Be part of a growing and supportive team
• Opportunity to work across vehicle, plant and heavy haulage transport

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.