MC Night Country Driver

Cochrane's Transport; Gillman; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award wages

Superannuation 13.5%

Modern fleet & facilities

Upskilling & career development

Job summary

Cochrane’s Transport is seeking a qualified MC License Truck Driver from their Gillman depot in South Australia. The role involves evening departures and overnight returns, delivering bulk pallets, skids, general freight and bread to regional depots.

Typical shifts run 10–14 hours, 4–5 nights per week, with run rates between $500 and $600. The company emphasizes a safe, modern fleet and opportunities for career progression within South Australia’s leading regional express transport provider.

Qualifications

• MC License is required.
• Forklift license desirable.
• BFM accreditation preferred.
• Willing to learn multiple runs across routes.
• Must adhere to load restraint regulations.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Availability Monday through Sunday.
• Safe, fast-paced, customer-focused transport environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate long-distance runs from Gillman depot, 5pm–8pm start times.
• Deliver bulk pallets, skids, general freight and bread to regional depots.
• Work 10–14 hour runs, 4–5 nights per week.
• Maintain modern fleet vehicles with safety features and report issues.

Skills

MC License

Forklift License

BFM Accreditation

Willing to learn multiple runs

Load restraint regulations

Unsupervised work

Availability Monday-Sunday

Safety minded

Transport industry experience

Job description

About us:

Proudly independent and family-owned, Cochrane's Transport is SA's leading express parcel and transport service provider.

With a fleet of 250 vehicles and turnover of $80m pa, we are one of SA's Top 100 Companies. We will celebrate 50 years in business in this year.

We employ 300 staff at our Gillman head office and in our regional depots in Port Augusta, Whyalla, Port Pirie, Kadina, Clare, Berri and Victor Harbor. This network enables us to provide next-day express freight services to all South Australia (Metro and Regional), Broken Hill and Mildura.

About the Position:

We are currently searching for a qualified MC License Truck Driver who is looking for their next career move working with modern well-maintained vehicles fitted with enhanced safety features with driver comfort and fitness in mind.

These positions run on a regular work pattern, departing from our Gillman depot in the evening and returning the following morning. Our staff drive long distance servicing our regional depots and customers delivering bulk pallets, skids, general freight & bread.

You will be remunerated with an attractive run rate between $500 to $600 and will be starting at the depot anywhere between 5pm - 8pm doing anywhere between 10hr - 14hr runs up to 4 - 5 nights per week.

Our ideal candidates will be passionate about a career in transport and is looking for their next opportunity within South Australia’s leading regional express transport solution.

Cochrane’s Transport are driven to deliver, with a well-maintained modern fleet with customised safety features including lane departure, emergency breaking, collision assistance. With a growing workforce, we know our people are what make Cochrane’s a great place to work. We invest in our team and our business and offer career advancement opportunities from within.

About You:

• MC License
• Forklift License (desirable)
• BFM Accreditation
• Must be willing to learn multiple runs.
• Adhere to load restraint regulations
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Need to be available Monday through to Sunday
• Able to work in a fast paced in a safe manner, customer focused team environment.
• Experienced in the transport industry, adaptable and reliable.

What we offer:

• Above award wages
• 13.5% Superannuation
• Well maintained facilities and modern fleet of vehicles
• Upskilling and career development opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities - diversity and inclusion are central to how we work and grow together as one team