Truck Driver

Careerone Partner Network; Perth; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growing company

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Careerone Partner Network is recruiting an experienced MC Truck Driver for a Perth-based transport operation in Maddington, WA. You will operate heavy vehicles across Metropolitan Perth, loading, securing, and delivering goods while complying with HVNL and safety procedures.

The role requires an MC licence, 1+ year of heavy vehicle experience, and a strong commitment to safety, punctuality, and customer service. Full-time permanent position with attractive pay and entitlements.

Qualifications

• Current MC (Multi Combination) truck licence – ESSENTIAL.
• Minimum of 1 year work experience operating heavy vehicles.
• Knowledge of fatigue management, load restraint, and HVNL requirements.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to transport heavy loads of scrap metal, recyclable materials and bulk materials.
• Perform safe tipping and unloading operations in designated areas.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent time management skills, punctual and reliable work ethic.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• You must have unrestricted working rights to work full time in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, secure, transport and unload general freight and other goods with appropriate load restraint.
• Operate MC heavy vehicles to transport goods safely and efficiently.
• Drive in compliance with Australian transport regulations and company procedures.
• Conduct pre-start, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections for roadworthiness.
• Plan and follow delivery schedules and transport routes for timely freight movement.
• Complete and maintain transport documentation, diaries, records and timesheets.
• Comply with HVNL, fatigue management, Chain of Responsibility and safety procedures.
• Report defects or safety concerns and assist with fleet maintenance.
• Liaise with dispatch, supervisors, customers, and site representatives.

Skills

MC Licence

Heavy vehicle operation

Fatigue management knowledge

Load restraint knowledge

Safety compliance

Customer service skills

Time management

Teamwork

Unrestricted working rights Australia

Job description

A successful transport and logistics company in Perth, Western Australia, is looking for their next dedicated MC Truck Driver to join their busy team!

SkillQuest Solutions are seeking a qualified and experienced Truck Driver on behalf of our client, who provide reliable freight and haulage services across Metropolitan Perth and Western Australia. The advertised position is primarily based at the company's Maddington operation and supports its Metropolitan Perth transport operations. Operating a fleet of heavy vehicles, the business specialises in the safe and efficient transportation of a wide range of goods, materials and equipment, supporting clients across various industries. With a strong focus on safety, compliance, customer service and operational efficiency, the company delivers transport solutions tailored to client requirements while maintaining high standards of vehicle maintenance and driver professionalism.

Position

Truck Driver (General)

Location

Maddington WA 6109 / Metropolitan Perth, Western Australia

Salary

$80,000 - $90,000 plus superannuation per annum

Employment Type

Permanent, Full-time (38 ordinary hours per week, rostered) with overtime, allowances and other applicable entitlements paid in accordance with the employment arrangements.

THE ROLE:

We are seeking an experienced MC Truck Driver to join our transport operations team. The successful applicant will be responsible for operating heavy vehicle combinations to transport goods and materials safely and efficiently while maintaining compliance with Australian transport and workplace safety regulations. The role is based at the company's Maddington depot and is primarily performed across Metropolitan Perth. The employee may also undertake occasional transport activities outside Metropolitan Perth where required by the company's genuine operational requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Safely load, secure, transport and unload general freight, containers, scrap metal, recyclable materials, bulk materials, equipment and other goods using appropriate load restraint and handling procedures.
• Operate heavy vehicles, including Multi Combination (MC), to transport goods, scrap metal, recyclable materials, bulk materials, and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Drive heavy vehicles on public roads, in compliance with Australian road transport regulations and company procedures.
• Conduct pre-start, en-route, and post-trip inspections of vehicles, trailers, hydraulic systems, tyres, brakes, lights, and safety equipment to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with operational and safety requirements.
• Load, secure, transport, and unload freight using approved load restraint methods and specialised equipment, including tipping systems where required.
• Ensure loads comply with mass, dimension, and load restraint requirements and are safely distributed across the vehicle combination.
• Plan and follow delivery schedules and transport routes to ensure the timely and efficient movement of freight.
• Complete and maintain accurate transport documentation, work diaries, delivery records, inspection reports, and timesheets.
• Comply with Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), fatigue management requirements, Chain of Responsibility obligations, and workplace health and safety procedures.
• Report vehicle defects, maintenance requirements, incidents, and safety concerns promptly and assist with fleet maintenance activities.
• Liaise effectively with dispatch personnel, supervisors, customers, and site representatives to ensure efficient transport operations and service delivery.

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION

• The primary work location for this position is Metropolitan Perth, Western Australia, with the position based from the employer's Maddington operation.
• The employee may be required to undertake deliveries, collections or other transport activities at locations outside Metropolitan Perth where required by the employer's genuine operational requirements. Such activities are secondary to the primary Metropolitan Perth-based position.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• A current MC (Multi Combination) truck licence – ESSENTIAL.
• Minimum of 1 year (preferably more) work experience operating heavy vehicles.
• Knowledge of fatigue management, load restraint, and Heavy Vehicle National Law requirements.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to transport heavy loads of scrap metal, recyclable materials and bulk materials.
• Perform safe tipping and unloading operations in designated areas.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent time management skills, punctual and reliable work ethic.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• You must have unrestricted working rights to work full time in Australia to be eligible for consideration.

WHAT IS ON OFFER:

• A competitive salary of $80,000 to $90,000 plus superannuation per annum.
• An opportunity to work for a growing transport and logistics company.
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment.