Truck Driver

Lindsay Rural Pty Ltd; Innisfail; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual role

Weekly pay

Staff discount

Safety-first culture

Future opportunities

Job summary

Lindsay Australia Group seeks a reliable Truck Driver / Machine Operator for its Innisfail Rural Branch on a casual basis for an initial 3-month period. You will deliver and unload goods, perform safety checks and paperwork, and assist in warehouse duties with a strong focus on safety and customer service.

The role requires a current HR/HC licence, forklift experience, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a rural setting. Weekly wages are paid reliably.

Qualifications

• Current HR Licence / HC Licence.
• Current forklift licence.
• Knowledge of load restraint and mass requirements.
• Experience using manual pallet jacks.
• Strong customer focus and safety discipline.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and unload merchandise to rural worksites.
• Ensure safe and timely handling of company merchandise.
• Complete pre-start checklists, safety docs and delivery paperwork.
• Interact with customers professionally.
• Collaborate with depot teams for loading/unloading and transport.
• Assist with general store and warehouse operations.

Skills

HR/HC licence

Forklift licence

Load restraint

Pallet jack

Customer focus

Safety

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

The Role:

We are currently seeking a reliable and motivated Truck Driver / Machine Operator to join our team at our Innisfail Rural Branch on a casual basis for an initial 3 month period, providing leave coverage. As a local driver, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of customer goods. This position also involves warehouse duties, including loading and unloading stock and ensuring proper load restraint practices are followed.

What's On Offer:

• Casual role
• Competitive rate
• Family friendly team environment
• Reliable payment of weekly wages
• Score a 40% discount on Ringers Western merch and 15% off Bridgestone Tyres
• Supportive, safety-first and inclusive workplace culture
• Potential for future ongoing opportunities within the business

What You'll Do:

• Deliver and unload merchandise to rural worksites
• Ensuring the safe and timely handling of company merchandise
• Completing relevant pre-start checklists, safety documentation and delivery paperwork including the use of in-vehicle technology
• Interacting with customers in a professional manner
• Working closely with depot teams for the loading, unloading and transportation of freight
• Assist with general store and warehouse operations

About you:

• A current HR Licence / HC licence
• A current forklift licence
• Knowledge of & experience with load restraint and mass requirements
• Knowledge of & experience with the use of manual pallet jacks
• Have a strong customer focus
• A strong commitment to safety and reliability
• Good time management and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Pass a Commercial Drivers Health Assessment including drug and alcohol test
• Experience in a rural worksite or engaging with rural clients is highly regarded
• Candidates must have valid and current Australian working rights to be considered for this position

About the Company:

The Lindsay Australia Group proudly operates an extensive Rural and National Transport and Logistics business across various locations connecting growers, regional communities and businesses with cities and sellers of fresh food across Australia. As part of the group Lindsay Rural supplies farmers with an extensive range of agricultural products including packaging, fertilisers, chemicals, and irrigation equipment. The integrated end-to-end rural solutions package also provides customers with the benefits of utilising Lindsay Transport's refrigerated fleet to deliver rural supplies to farms and transporting fresh produce direct to major east coast markets.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Lindsay Group is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, veterans, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. All applicants will be considered fairly regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or veteran status.