Owner Driver 2T Vans with Tail Lift - VIC

Smartways Logistics Holdings; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company phone provided

Competitive rates

Training and support

Job summary

Smartways Logistics Holdings in Melbourne is seeking an Owner Driver for 2T Vans with Tail Lift to join our time-critical healthcare logistics team. Based in Melbourne, you will collect and deliver medical inventory on time and in full, build relationships with customers and work closely with Smartways colleagues across the network.

This fast-paced role requires a reliable work ethic, strong route knowledge of Victoria, tech comfort, excellent communication, and the flexibility to work 7am–7pm

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of Victoria region and ability to determine optimal routes.
• Strong customer service skills with attention to detail.
• Confident using phones and basic computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Collect and deliver medical inventory on time and in full.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers (new and existing).
• Work closely with Smartways team members.
• Proactively manage return of loaned medical equipment.
• Prepare freight for transport via third-party carriers within the wider Smartways network.

Skills

Route planning

Customer service

Tech literacy

Communication

Flexibility

Driving licence

Job description

Owner Driver 2T Vans with Tail Lift - VIC

OWNER DRIVER 2T Vans with Tail Lift or willingness to get one

At Smartways, we're more than just your standard transport company. We're a logistics company dedicated to providing time-critical, complex solutions to the Australian healthcare system. We support some of the world's largest healthcare providers and pride ourselves on doing "whatever it takes" to deliver positive patient outcomes — because one failed delivery is one too many.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Every Smartways service contributes to a positive patient outcome. To support our operations, we are seeking an Owner Driver based in Melbourne. This is a fast-paced, varied role where no two days are the same. A typical day will include:

• Collecting and delivering medical inventory on time and in full
• Building and maintaining relationships with customers (new and existing)
• Working closely with other Smartways team members
• Proactively managing the return of loaned medical equipment
• Preparing freight for transport via third-party carriers within the wider Smartways network

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Our ideal candidate is driven to deliver an excellent customer experience and understands the importance of their role in patient care.

You will bring

• Strong knowledge of the Victoria region and ability to determine optimal routes
• A reliable work ethic and team-first mindset
• Confidence using technology, including phones and basic computer systems
• Excellent customer service skills with great attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Availability between 7am and 7pm, Monday to Friday (with ad-hoc weekend work available)

WHAT TOOLS ARE REQUIRED

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• 2T vans with Tail lift (or willingness to acquire one)
• A registered Pty Ltd company (or willingness to establish one prior to commencement)
• All required insurances (Vehicle, Public Liability, Marine Cargo, etc.)
• A valid and clean driver's licence
• Full legal working rights in Australia
• Willingness to complete a police check and driver history check

WHY JOIN US

• Depot location in Post Melbourne
• Competitive rates with opportunities to increase earnings through after-hours and out-of-town work
• Training and ongoing support from a well-established 3PL with best-in-class IT systems
• Company phone provided with no joining fees
• The opportunity to be part of a growing business making a real difference to patients across Australia