Interstate MC Driver; 2 - 3 trips/week

seek.com.au; Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual employment

Job summary

Cooltrans is seeking an experienced Interstate MC Driver to join our professional road transport team. This casual position is based in Dandenong South, VIC, offering approximately 2-3 trips per week to suit work-life balance and reliability.

You will transport goods safely on interstate routes, perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintain logbooks, and communicate with dispatch and customers. A current MC Licence with interstate experience is required, with 2-3 years of related work and

Qualifications

• Current MC Driver's Licence with interstate experience.
• Minimum 2–3 years' recent experience driving multi-combination vehicles interstate.
• Clean driving record with no major traffic violations.
• Knowledge of fatigue management rules and heavy vehicle regulations.
• Ability to perform basic vehicle maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate an MC vehicle safely across interstate routes.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain logbooks and delivery documentation per regulations.
• Adhere to traffic laws and fatigue management requirements.
• Communicate with dispatch and customers about delivery status.
• Secure and protect cargo during transit.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance and report issues.
• Support a safety-first culture and report hazards.
• Maintain professional standards in client interactions and vehicle presentation.
• Work weekends due to seven-day operation.

Skills

Interstate driving experience

Communication skills

Reliability and punctuality

Fatigue management knowledge

Job description

Cooltrans is seeking an experienced Interstate MC Driver to join our professional road transport team. This is a casual position based in Dandenong South, VIC, offering approximately 2-3 trips per week. You will be responsible for safely transporting goods across interstate routes, maintaining our reputation for reliable and efficient delivery services. This role is critical to our operations, ensuring timely and secure delivery of products to our customers whilst maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• We are a seven-day-a-week operation, you must be available to work weekends.
• Operating a MC (multi-combination) vehicle safely and efficiently across interstate routes
• Conducting pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure mechanical safety and compliance
• Maintaining accurate logbooks and delivery documentation in accordance with road transport regulations
• Adhering to all traffic laws, speed limits and fatigue management requirements
• Communicating effectively with dispatch and customers regarding delivery status and any issues
• Securing and protecting cargo to prevent damage during transit
• Performing basic vehicle maintenance and reporting mechanical issues promptly
• Contributing to a safety-first culture and reporting near-misses or hazards
• Maintaining professional standards in customer interactions and vehicle presentation

What we're looking for

• Current and valid MC Driver's Licence with interstate experience
• Minimum 2-3 years' recent experience driving multi-combination vehicles on interstate routes
• A clean driving record with no major traffic violations
• Strong knowledge of fatigue management rules and heavy vehicle regulations
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic vehicle maintenance
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Reliability, punctuality and a professional approach to work
• Flexibility to accommodate regular weekend work

What we offer

At Cooltrans, we value our drivers and offer a competitive casual employment arrangement with flexible scheduling. Working 2-3 trips per week allows for a good work-life balance whilst maintaining steady income. We provide a safe working environment with well-maintained vehicles and comprehensive support from our despatch team. We are committed to the professional development of our team members and foster a culture of safety, respect and continuous improvement. Our team enjoys a supportive workplace where your contributions are recognised and valued.

About us

Cooltrans is an established player in the road transport and logistics industry, specialising in the safe and reliable delivery of goods across Australia. With a strong reputation built on professionalism, punctuality and quality service, we pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards in the transport sector. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional results for our clients whilst ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our drivers. We are committed to fostering a workplace culture that values integrity, teamwork and continuous excellence.