Melbourne Heavy Crane Truck Driver – Timber Deliveries

Alpine Truss; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpine Truss is seeking a full‑time Heavy Combination Crane Truck Driver based in Melbourne, VIC. You will safely operate crane-equipped vehicles to deliver timber products, conduct inspections, and maintain documentation while coordinating with dispatch and site staff.

Role requires HC licence, crane operation experience, and a strong focus on safety, load restraint and on‑time deliveries in a dynamic construction logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Heavy Combination (HC) driver’s licence and experience operating heavy vehicles.
• Experience operating vehicle-mounted cranes (HIAB or similar) with required certifications.
• Strong knowledge of load restraint, weight distribution and timber handling.
• Familiarity with road transport regulations and chain of responsibility.
• Ability to read delivery dockets, site instructions and load plans.
• Good communication with dispatch, site supervisors and builders.
• Reliable and punctual with attention to safety and detail.
• Current forklift licence and yard/warehouse experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy combination vehicles fitted with cranes to deliver timber products.
• Conduct pre‑departure vehicle and crane inspections and document deliveries.
• Load and secure roof trusses, wall frames and floor systems for transport.
• Coordinate with dispatch, site supervisors and yard staff to maintain schedules.
• Represent Alpine Truss professionally on-site and assist with basic yard duties as required.

Skills

HC license

Crane operation

Load restraint

Delivery documentation

Site communication

Safety compliance

Outdoor work

Forklift license

Timber deliveries experience

Job description

Alpine Truss is seeking a full‑time Heavy Combination Crane Truck Driver based in Melbourne, VIC. You will safely operate crane-equipped vehicles to deliver timber products, conduct inspections, and maintain documentation while coordinating with dispatch and site staff.

Role requires HC licence, crane operation experience, and a strong focus on safety, load restraint and on‑time deliveries in a dynamic construction logistics environment.