Local Dangerous Goods Driver

K&S Corporation; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Career development

Salary sacrifice

Paid parental leave

Job summary

K&S Corporation is seeking a dependable HC/MC licensed driver for Chemtrans in Enfield, NSW. You will perform local, country and interstate transport of liquids, with 4 weeks of comprehensive training and ongoing support to build skills in dangerous goods handling.

A strong safety culture and customer service focus are essential. Opportunities include late-model vehicles, PPE use, and career development within Australia’s expanding transport network.

Qualifications

• Proven driving experience in local, country and interstate transport.
• Minimum 12 months driving experience.
• Knowledge of Sydney metro and interstate routes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Transport a variety of liquids, including dangerous and non-dangerous goods, locally, regionally and interstate.
• Complete rail terminal and wharf deliveries and pickups.
• Operate a range of specialised equipment safely.
• Wear PPE appropriate to the goods being transported.
• Deliver to clients' customers with a strong focus on safety, compliance and service.

Skills

Driving experience

Safe driving history

Communication skills

Flexible mindset

Overtime readiness

Dangerous Goods licence

MSIC card

Job description

K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.

About Chemtrans

Chemtrans is a division of K&S Freighters and is a well-respected industry leader in the safe and efficient transportation and delivery of Dangerous and Hazardous Goods and chemicals throughout Australia.

The Opportunity:

Ready a change in your driving career?

Chemtrans have opportunities for local dayshift drivers at their Enfield depot to commence as soon as possible.

Whether you're already experienced in Dangerous Goods transportation, or ready to build your existing driving skills, we'll provide you with 4 weeks of comprehensive training and support for you to develop your skills and further your career.

HC & MC licensed drivers with strong driving history encouraged to apply.

Experience the supportive and career focussed culture that is Chemtrans and become a highly skilled Dangerous goods driver.

About the role:

You’ll be involved in a variety of local, country and interstate transport operations throughout NSW and the east coast of Australia, including:

Transporting, loading and unloading a variety of classes of liquids both dangerous and non-dangerous goods.

Completing rail terminal and wharf deliveries and pickups.

Operating a variety of specialised equipment safely.

Wearing appropriate PPE depending on goods being transported.

Completing customer deliveries to our clients' customers both local metro, country and interstate.

Maintaining a strong focus on safety, compliance and customer service is essential.

What you'll bring:

Proven driving experience around - minimum of 12mths

Knowledge of Sydney metro, country and intestate experience - desirable but not essential.

Strong and safe driving history

Ability to wear required PPE Chemical suits and PPE including face shields and helmets as required

Dangerous Goods license- desirable but can support with obtaining

MSIC card- desirable but can support with obtaining

A flexible mindset towards the ever-changing demands of the transport industry

Able to work overtime when required

Positive attitude who can deliver high quality customer service.

Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

What we offer:

We invest in our people, and offer the following to support our driver's in building long term careers:

Extensive on the job training in all aspects of the role before you are out on your own.

A supportive team environment where you will be coached every step of the way to set you up for success.

Late model Scania and Mercedes automatics.

License upgrades and career development opportunities.

Why Join us:

Rewarding remuneration package

Salary sacrifice

Paid parental leave

Growth and development to support career progression

Employee recognition and rewards program

24/7 Employee assistance program including financial wellness support

Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace

Stable ASX listed, multi-modal business with 80 years of industry history