MC Linehaul Drivers

Hawk Logistics; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawk Logistics, based in Melbourne, Victoria, seeks experienced MC Linehaul Drivers to join our national network with depots across Australia. We operate with 500+ staff and use technology to improve processes and safety.

Role requires prestart checks, interstate load delivery/collection, and strict adherence to fatigue management and NHVR rules. You will handle temperature-controlled freight and ensure proper load restraints and documentation.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills including reading and writing.
• High level of attention to detail with ability to complete paperwork accurately.
• Strong understanding and experience of paperwork compliance such as proof of delivery and pallet transfer documentation.
• Experience in refrigerated transport and food logistics.
• Hold a current MC license with 2 years minimum driving experience driving BD combinations.
• For Road Train related applicants, minimum of 2 years driving A-Double Road Trains with dolly.

Responsibilities

• Perform Prestart checks on truck and trailers to be used for the day.
• Delivering or collecting loads interstate as allocated by the operations team.
• Ensuring that the operations team is aware of any delays in transit.
• Ensure truck and trailer cleanliness before arriving at customer site.
• Ensure Fatigue management system in truck is working efficiently and report any issues to Ops and Safety team immediately.
• Always ensure truck and trailer safety.
• Check correct load restraints are in place prior to starting your journey from pick up to delivery.
• Check temperature requirement of your load and set it accordingly.
• Follow all road rules as per various State and National authorities.
• Maintaining a strict compliance to NHVR’s standard hours (breaks, rest periods, etc).
• Fill out logbook sheets compliantly as per NHVR requirements.
• Ensure fatigue management throughout your trips.
• Ensure pallet dockets are managed at all sites as directed by Hawk Management.
• Communicate any Safety issues or incidents to Hawk Management.
• Always behaving in a professional manner to all internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

MC License

Tools

GPS tracking systems

Guardian Seeing Eye Technology

Job description

Welcome to Hawk Logistics, a prominent leader in the logistics industry based in Melbourne, Victoria. With strategic depots across Adelaide, Griffith, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Sydney, our operations span nationally, enabling us to deliver exceptional service coast to coast.

As a dynamic, fast-paced, and team-driven enterprise, we pride ourselves on providing innovative solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our customers. Our commitment to innovation is matched by our rapid growth and a strong belief that our success is driven fundamentally by our people.

Today, we stand strong with over 500 dedicated employees and an enthusiastic management team deeply invested in harnessing technology to enhance our processes and operations. At Hawk Logistics, every team member is valued, and we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all can thrive.

Join us and be a part of a thriving company that puts its people at the heart of its success!

We are currently seeking experienced MC Linehaul Drivers to join our team.

About the Role:

Perform Prestart checks on truck and trailers to be used for the day using the Freight 2020 mobility app.

Delivering or collecting loads interstate as allocated by the operations team.

Ensuring that the operations team is aware of any delays in transit.

Ensure truck and trailer cleanliness before arriving at customer site.

Ensure Fatigue management system in truck is working efficiently and report any issues to Ops and Safety team immediately.

Always ensure truck and trailer safety.

Check correct load restraints are in place prior to starting your journey from pick up to delivery.

Check temperature requirement of your load and set it accordingly.

Follow all road rules as per various State and National authorities.

Maintaining a strict compliance to NHVR’s standard hours (breaks, rest periods, etc).

Fill out logbook sheets compliantly as per NHVR requirements.

Ensure fatigue management throughout your trips.

Ensure pallet dockets are managed at all sites as directed by Hawk Management.

Communicate any Safety issues or incidents to Hawk Management.

Always behaving in a professional manner to all internal and external stakeholders.

About you:

Experience in refrigerated transport compulsory.

Experience with food logistics compulsory.

Loading & unloading required for most routes.

All drivers are required to pass a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol test.

Are well presented, safety focused, and customer focused.

Ability to follow all company polices including daily start-up checks on vehicles and equipment.

High level of attention to detail with ability to complete paperwork accurately.

Strong understanding and experience of paperwork compliance such as proof of delivery and pallet transfer documentation.

Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with clients and fellow employees.

Take pride in their work and have a can-do attitude.

Vehicles are fitted with GPS tracking and Guardian Seeing Eye Technology.

To be successful for this role applicants must:

Good communication skills including reading and writing.

Good understanding of Fatigue and Mass Management.

Hold a current MC license with 2 years minimum driving experience driving BD combinations.

For Road Train related applicants, minimum of 2 years driving A-Double Road Trains with dolly.

Have previous experience in transportation of refrigeration goods.

Have solid customer service capability.

Have own means of getting to work and home.

If this sounds like you, we are keen to hear from you!

All applicants must be entitled to work in Australia and be prepared to undergo a criminal history check, pre-employment medical and/or drug & alcohol testing as required.

Hawk Logistics P/L embraces and celebrates a variety of cultures. We continue to build a business that reflects the values of equality, built on the knowledge and understanding that everyone is welcome including, the First Nations Peoples, and those of all ages, genders and abilities.