Prime Mover Truck Driver – Timber & Truss Deliveries

Dahlsens Building Centres Pty; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday paid day off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Uniform provided

Rewards platform with discounts

Team member discounts

Great company culture

Staff recognition and growth

Job summary

Dahlsens Family Group of Companies in Canberra's Hume ACT is seeking a Prime Mover Driver to join our team. You will safely load, transport and unload prefabricated wall frames, roof trusses and timber components to trade customers across the ACT and surrounding region.

This hands-on, safety-first role requires HC, DG, LF, RB and CV licences, a clean driving record, and experience in warehousing or timber trades.

Qualifications

• Current HC driver's licence is mandatory.
• DG dogging licence mandatory.
• LF forklift licence mandatory.
• RB rigging licence mandatory.
• CV crane operator licence mandatory.
• Clean driving record with no infringements.
• Experience in warehouse/yard environment preferred.
• Timber/building materials knowledge preferred.
• Strong customer service and issue resolution skills.
• Effective on-site communication and safety-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload prefabricated frames, trusses and building materials.
• Operate the vehicle loading crane safely to load and unload the truck when required.
• Secure deliveries during transit using appropriate bearers, straps and ties.
• Deliver goods to the ACT and surrounding region on time and to specification.
• Ensure documents accompany each load and match paperwork.
• Maintain contact with the plant for delivery instructions.
• Perform daily vehicle checks (oil, water, tyres) and cleanliness.
• Report truck faults and complete servicing schedule requirements.
• Adhere to safety regulations on-site and road laws while driving.
• Assist in production or yard area when directed by Branch Manager.
• Manual handling of timber, plasterboard and other materials (up to 25kg, occasionally 40kg).
• Report hazards via Donesafe and contribute to safety culture.
• Live the 'Our Circle of Care' principles – See, Say, Listen, Stop.

Skills

HC Licence

DG Licence

LF Forklift

RB Rigging

CV Crane

Customer service

Team player

Safety-first

Job description

Dahlsens Family Group of Companies in Canberra's Hume ACT is seeking a Prime Mover Driver to join our team. You will safely load, transport and unload prefabricated wall frames, roof trusses and timber components to trade customers across the ACT and surrounding region.

This hands-on, safety-first role requires HC, DG, LF, RB and CV licences, a clean driving record, and experience in warehousing or timber trades.