Long Distance Driver

Qantas; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Qantas is seeking a Long Distance Driver based at Melbourne Airport Freight Terminal. You will operate heavy vehicles across interstate routes with a strong focus on safety, load security and regulatory compliance.

The role involves night shifts, a rotating roster, and travel between depots and customer sites. Casual opportunities may be available; the team values reliability and teamwork, with ongoing training and progression within a safety‑first operation.

Qualifications

• A current MC driver’s licence.
• Demonstrated experience as a Long Distance or Linehaul Driver.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Strong knowledge of load-restraint principles and safe freight-handling practices.
• Ability to safely split and couple trailers and manage multi-trailer combinations.
• Physical capability to operate curtains, straps, ratchets and load-restraint equipment.
• Commitment to safety, compliance and operational excellence.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including night shifts.
• Willingness to travel interstate and work across depots.
• Clean driving record and ASIC eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and trailers.
• Safely split, couple and reposition trailers at depots and customer sites.
• Operate curtains, straps, ratchets and other load-restraint equipment during loading/unloading.
• Maintain safety and compliance across interstate routes and depot locations.

Skills

MC license

Long Distance driver experience

Vehicle inspections

Load restraint knowledge

Trailer handling

Safety focus

Rotating roster

interstate travel

Job description

Job Description

• Challenge yourself to see the possibilities
• Together we’ll come together as one team to build a high-performance culture
• Casual opportunities available, based at the Melbourne Airport Freight Terminal

In 2008, Qantas Freight Enterprises bought Jets Transport. Today we operate as a wholly owned but independently managed business. With unbeatable reliability, security and attention to detail, it’s no surprise we’re Australia’s road feeder of choice.

At Jets Transport we see expectations as a challenge and push forward knowing we’ve got back-up. High expectations are welcomed, and we’re always aiming for excellence.

When international air cargo touches down in Australia, we’re there to get it the rest of the way to its destination. Our interstate trucking services cover the domestic legs of international airfreight operations, driving between all the major cities from our hubs in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Coolangatta, Perth and Adelaide.

In 2008, Qantas Freight Enterprises bought Jets Transport. Today we operate as a wholly owned but independently managed business. With unbeatable reliability, security and attention to detail, it’s no surprise we’re Australia’s road feeder of choice. We understand our priorities and what needs to be delivered, taking the initiative to keep things moving. We bring teams and individuals together to deliver on our customers’ expectations.

As a Long Distance Driver, based at Melbourne Airport, you’ll operate heavy vehicles across our interstate network, with a strong focus on safety, compliance and the secure transportation of freight. The role operates across a 7-day rotating roster and requires flexibility to work night shifts and travel interstate as operationally required.

You’ll be responsible for conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and trailers, ensuring equipment is roadworthy and compliant with company and regulatory requirements. A key part of the role is ensuring loads are correctly restrained and secured in accordance with the National Load Restraint Guide and company procedures.

You’ll also safely split, couple and reposition trailers at depots and customer sites to support operational requirements. This includes operating curtains and handling straps, ratchets, gates and other load‑restraint equipment as part of loading and unloading activities.

If you’re an experienced MC Long Distance or Linehaul Driver looking to bring your skills to a safety-focused operation, this could be the opportunity for you.

To Be Successful In This Position, You’ll Have

• A current MC driver’s licence
• Demonstrated experience as a Long Distance or Linehaul Driver
• The ability to conduct comprehensive pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• A sound understanding of load‑restraint principles and safe freight‑handling practices
• The ability to safely split and couple trailers and manage multi‑trailer combinations
• The physical capability to operate curtains, straps, ratchets and associated load‑restraint equipment
• A strong commitment to safety, compliance and operational excellence
• Flexibility to work across a rotating roster, including night shifts
• Willingness to travel interstate and work across various depot locations as required
• A clean driving record
• Eligibility to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)

Why Qantas?

If you’re successful in your application, you’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.

The Qantas Group employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.

• We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging for everything from motor vehicles to electronic devices.
• We love to travel: Enjoy exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays within Australia and across the globe.
• We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether its learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.

Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story – get in touch today.

Applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restrictions or sponsorship.

Applications close: 11:59PM Saturday 28th November 2026