Interstate Truck Driver

Claire Transport; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 85 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive wages

Career progression

Professional development

Safe working environment

Flexible scheduling

Résumé du poste

CLAIRE TRANSPORT Pty Ltd is seeking a skilled Interstate Truck Driver to join our Seaford team. This full-time role involves transporting goods across state lines while upholding the highest safety and professionalism standards. You will be the face of CLAIRE TRANSPORT to clients and partners.

Key responsibilities include planning efficient routes, conducting vehicle inspections, maintaining logs, and ensuring on-time delivery. We value reliability, teamwork, and a strong commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Current MC truck licence with clean Vic Roads record.
• Minimum 5 years’ interstate heavy vehicle experience.
• Strong knowledge of road safety and fatigue management.
• Good mechanical knowledge and basic maintenance ability.
• Proven time management and route planning skills.

Responsabilités

• Operate heavy vehicles safely on interstate routes and follow all regulations.
• Plan routes to ensure on-time delivery across state lines.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections for safety.
• Maintain accurate logbooks and documentation per policy.
• Load/unload cargo and ensure secure transit.
• Communicate delivery status and issues with dispatch.
• Maintain professional appearance when dealing with clients.
• Adhere to fatigue management rules and rest breaks.
• Report defects or safety concerns to management immediately.
• Keep vehicle interior and exterior clean and organized.

Connaissances

Interstate driving

Route planning

Logbooks & compliance

Mechanical knowledge

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Fatigue management

Outils

Transport management systems

Digital logbook

Description du poste

CLAIRE TRANSPORT Pty Ltd is seeking a skilled and reliable Interstate Truck Driver to join our growing team. This is a full-time position based in Seaford VIC 3198. As an Interstate Truck Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting goods across state lines, ensuring timely delivery whilst maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism. This role is critical to our operations, as you will be the face of CLAIRE TRANSPORT to our clients and partners, representing our commitment to excellence in road transport logistics.

Key responsibilities

• Operate heavy vehicles safely and efficiently on interstate routes, adhering to all traffic laws and regulations
• Plan and execute optimal routes to ensure on-time delivery of goods to destinations across state lines
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles to ensure mechanical soundness and safety compliance
• Maintain accurate logbooks and documentation in accordance with transport regulations and company policies
• Load and unload cargo, ensuring goods are secure and protected during transit
• Communicate regularly with dispatch and management regarding delivery status, delays and any issues encountered
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanour when interacting with clients and stakeholders
• Comply with fatigue management regulations and take appropriate rest breaks to ensure safe driving practices
• Report any vehicle defects, accidents or safety concerns immediately to management
• Maintain a clean and organised vehicle interior and exterior

What we're looking for

• Current Multi Combination (MC) truck driver's licence, with a clean driving record, current points check from Vic Roads
• Minimum 5 years' experience driving heavy vehicles on interstate routes
• Excellent knowledge of road safety regulations, fatigue management laws and transport compliance requirements, BFM would be an advantage or willingness to obtain
• Strong mechanical knowledge and ability to perform basic vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting
• Exceptional time management and route planning skills
• Professional communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical fitness and ability to perform manual labour, including loading and unloading cargo
• Reliability, punctuality and a strong commitment to safety
• Experience with transport management systems and digital logbook technology would be an advantage
• Familiarity with various cargo types and handling procedures is advantageous

What we offer

• CLAIRE TRANSPORT Pty Ltd offers competitive wages and a range of benefits designed to support our team members.
• We provide opportunities for career progression within our expanding logistics operation, ongoing professional development and training to keep your skills current.
• We are committed to maintaining a safe working environment and provide comprehensive support for your health and wellbeing.
• We offer flexible scheduling where possible to support work-life balance, and we foster a respectful, inclusive workplace culture where every team member is valued.

About us

CLAIRE TRANSPORT Pty Ltd is a dedicated road transport and logistics company committed to delivering reliable, efficient and safe transport solutions across Australia. Based in Seaford VIC, we have built our reputation on professionalism, attention to detail and a genuine commitment to our clients and employees. We pride ourselves on maintaining modern vehicles, adhering to the highest safety standards and employing skilled professionals who share our values. Our mission is to be a trusted partner in the transport and logistics industry, and we believe this is achieved through investing in our people and maintaining exceptional service delivery.