Truck Driver

Rashi Joshi; Tolga; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocky Creek Abattoir in Tolga, QLD, is hiring two experienced Truck Drivers for full-time roles. You will safely transport livestock and meat products, inspect vehicles daily, and compile transport documents. The position requires a Heavy Rigid licence and a strong driving history.

You must be able to work independently, handle manual tasks outdoors, and comply with WHS and fatigue management policies. Applications should include a cover letter outlining licence details and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Current Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence or higher is essential.
• Experience transporting livestock, meat products or other goods is preferred.
• Willingness to comply with WHS and fatigue management requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate company vehicles safely and professionally.
• Transport livestock, meat products and equipment.
• Safely load and unload vehicles and complete transport documentation.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report defects.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and comply with Chain of Responsibility.

Skills

Experience driving rigid trucks

Excellent driving history

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to maintain accurate records

Job description

#### Job descriptionTruck DriverRocky Creek Abattoir – Tolga, QLDFull-timeSalary: $72,000–$80,000 per annum + superannuationRocky Creek Abattoir is seeking 2 experienced Truck Drivers to join our team in Tolga, Far North Queensland.The Truck Driver will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of livestock, meat products, equipment and other goods to and from Rocky Creek Abattoir.The successful applicant will ensure deliveries are completed safely and on time while complying with transport legislation, workplace procedures and company requirements.Key responsibilities include: • Operating company vehicles safely and professionally • Transporting livestock, meat products and equipment • Safely loading and unloading vehicles • Completing required transport documentation • Conducting daily vehicle inspections and reporting defects • Maintaining vehicle cleanliness • Complying with Chain of Responsibility requirements • Ensuring transport activities comply with workplace procedures • Assisting with general operational duties when requiredSkills and experience: • Experience driving rigid trucks • Excellent driving history • Good communication skills • Ability to work independently • Ability to maintain accurate recordsEssential requirements: • Current Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence or higher • Current Driver LicenceLivestock transport experience and a Forklift Licence would be advantageous.The role involves manual handling, loading and unloading, working outdoors and climbing into and out of vehicles. The successful applicant will be required to comply with Rocky Creek Abattoir's WHS and fatigue management requirements.Willingness to undertake Q fever vaccination is required.How to Apply:Please submit your resume and a short cover letter outlining your relevant truck-driving experience.Your cover letter should briefly describe: • the type of Driver Licence you currently hold, including whether you hold a Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence or higher; • your experience driving rigid trucks and the types of vehicles you have operated; • your relevant transport experience, including any experience transporting livestock, meat products or other commercial goods; and • whether you hold a Forklift Licence or any other relevant licences or qualifications.Applications that do not include a cover letter addressing the above may not be considered.Please submit your application with the subject title “Truck Driver” to .