Murrell Freight Services | Interstate MC/HC Drivers – Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne

Transport In Australia; Australia; Remote; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Ongoing Training & Development

In-house maintenance

Job summary

Murrell Freight Services, a Wollongong-based family business, seeks a Heavy Vehicle Truck Driver for its Interstate Transport Team. You will operate heavy vehicles, ensure on-time deliveries, and assist with loading and compliance across interstate routes.

Applicants should hold an MC license with a clean record; road train experience is preferred but not essential. We offer ongoing training, weekly pay, and a supportive team environment driven by safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must hold MC license with a clean driving record.
• Road train experience preferred but not essential.
• Experience with various freight types and load restraint systems.
• Strong time management and knowledge of road rules.
• Experience or ability to operate onboard reporting technology (tablet).
• Committed to safety and NHVAS compliance.
• Applicants outside Illawarra may be considered depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy vehicles to transport freight across interstate routes.
• Adhere to routes and schedules for timely delivery and pickup.
• Assist with loading/unloading and ensure load restraint compliance.
• Maintain accurate logs, fuel/toll receipts, and pre-trip inspections.
• Collaborate with transport manager and team.
• Maintain vehicle safety and comply with company policies.

Skills

MC license

Road train experience

Heavy vehicle operation

Load restraint knowledge

Safety compliance

Team communication

Job description

Murrell Freight Servicesis a well-established, Wollongong based family business that has been a cornerstone of the Illawarra region’s road freight and logistics industry since 1972. With our commitment toprofessionalism and service excellence, we have grown significantly over the decades, making us a leading force in the industry.

Joining our Murrell Freight ServicesInterstate TransportTeam, you will be employed asHeavy Vehicle Truck Driver. This permanent full-time role reports directly to the Transport Manager and involves the following duties and responsibilities:

• Safely operate heavy vehicles, including trucks and trailers, to transport freight to designated locations across interstate routes.
• Adhere to assigned routes and schedules to guarantee timely delivery and pickup of goods.
• Assist with the safe and efficient loading and unloading of freight, ensuring compliance with load restraint regulations.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including logbooks and fuel/toll receipts.
• Conduct daily pre-trip inspections, addressing any concerns before departure.
• Follow all road safety rules.
• Collaborate effectively with the transport manager and team members to support our road freight logistics operations.
• Above Award kilometer ratecalculated on actual distance travelled once you have left the yard + Allowances.
• Top of the range equipment with allcleaning and maintenance carried out in-houseregularly.
• Secure andongoing employmentwith weekly pay.
• 24/7 team support and ongoingTraining and Development.

About You:

• You have a validMC licenseand a clean driving record. HC licenses will be considered.
• Road train experiencepreferred but not essential.
• Experience in avariety of freight typesand load restraint systems.
• Strong time management skills and a thorough knowledge of traffic laws and regulations.
• Experience or ability in operatingon board reporting technology(tablet).
• Proactive in maintaining vehicle safety and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
• A strong focus onsafety and compliancewith NHVAS Mass, Maintenance and Fatigue protocols.
• Applicants based outside the Illawarra region will be considered depending on location.