Transport Operator (Truck Driver)

VE Group; Ipswich City; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time and casual roles

Weekly pay

Late-model fleet access

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Competitive industry rates

Job summary

VE Group, based from our Ipswich depot, seeks experienced Transport Operators to join our growing team and service Southeast Queensland with a late-model fleet. Full-time and casual roles are available, with competitive rates and weekly pay.

Based out of the Ipswich depot, you will operate Truck & Quad combinations across SE Queensland using an 18‑speed Road Ranger, reversing and manoeuvring in confined spaces while maintaining safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Must hold HC or MC licence and operate heavy vehicles.
• Demonstrated experience driving Truck & Quad combinations.
• Competent with an 18‑speed manual Road Ranger gearbox.
• 2–5 years' relevant heavy vehicle experience.
• Strong understanding of fatigue management and safety requirements.
• Awareness of NHVAS and transport industry practices.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Truck & Quad combinations across SE Queensland.
• Drive vehicles equipped with an 18‑speed Road Ranger transmission.
• Reverse, position and manoeuvre Trucks & Quad combinations accurately.
• Couple/uncouple trailers safely and efficiently.
• Support loading/unloading with the Logistics Supervisor; complete checks and documents.
• Adhere to fatigue management, safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

HC MC licence

Truck Quad combinations

18‑speed Road Ranger

Heavy vehicle driving experience

Safety fatigue management

NHVAS knowledge

Reverse and manoeuvre

Job description

Join a growing transport team operating a late-model fleet, with consistent SEQ work and immediate starts available.

VE Group is committed to delivering safe, reliable and high-quality transport services. We are seeking experienced and professional Transport Operators who demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, reliability and operational standards.

What We Offer

• Full-time and casual positions available
• Competitive industry rates
• Weekly pay
• Access to a late-model fleet, including Truck & Quad combinations
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive team environment

About the Role

Based from our Ipswich depot, this role involves operating Truck & Quad combinations throughout Southeast Queensland.

Key responsibilities include:

• Safely operating Truck & Quad combinations in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
• Operating vehicles fitted with an 18-speed manual Road Ranger transmission
• Reversing, positioning and manoeuvring Truck & Quad combinations in confined and operational areas
• Demonstrating the ability to accurately position a Truck & Quad combination where required
• Coupling and uncoupling trailers safely
• Working with the Logistics Supervisor to support loading and unloading activities
• Completing required pre-starts, checks and transport documentation
• Complying with fatigue management, Chain of Responsibility, safety and operational requirements

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• A current HC or MC licence
• Minimum 2–5 years’ relevant heavy vehicle driving experience
• Demonstrated experience operating Truck & Quad combinations
• Competency operating an 18-speed manual Road Ranger gearbox
• Demonstrated ability to reverse, manoeuvre and jack-knife a Truck & Quad combination safely and accurately
• Strong understanding of heavy vehicle safety and fatigue management requirements
• General knowledge of NHVAS and the transport and logistics industry
• Ability to follow instructions and complete work within required timeframes
• Physical capability to perform the inherent requirements of the role
• Strong reliability, punctuality and professionalism

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to complete:

• A practical driving assessment
• Pre-employment medical
• Drug and alcohol screening