Truck Driver

Frontline Recruitment Group; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Secure ongoing permanent employment

On-the-job training and ongoing dev

Opportunity to grow administration/cap

Job summary

Frontline Recruitment Group in Townsville is seeking an experienced truck driver for a hands-on delivery role across local and regional areas. You will operate heavy vehicles, deliver trusses and materials, and assist with loading/unloading using crane equipment while maintaining safety and accurate paperwork.

Requirements include a minimum of 2 years' driving experience, a current HR/HC licence, a crane ticket, and forklift desiring.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a professional truck driver.
• Current HR, HC or appropriate heavy vehicle licence.
• Current crane ticket/licence appropriate for the equipment operated.
• Forklift licence (LF/LO) desirable.
• Fatigue Management accreditation, where applicable.
• Experience with local and/or regional deliveries.
• Strong understanding of heavy vehicle safety, road rules and transport compliance.
• Good knowledge of load restraint and safe load handling practices.
• Ability to read delivery paperwork, manifests and use GPS/navigation systems.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• The physical ability to safely handle and secure materials as required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy vehicles and deliver trusses and materials across local and regional areas.
• Load, secure and unload materials, including operating vehicle-mounted crane equipment.
• Complete vehicle inspections and ensure loads meet safety and legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork, driving records and vehicle maintenance records.
• Communicate professionally with customers, dispatch, warehouse staff and management.
• Maintain a clean, safe vehicle and assist with yard and warehouse duties when required.

Skills

Truck driving

Health and safety

Load handling

GPS navigation

Tools

HR/HC Heavy Vehicle Licence

Crane ticket/licence

Forklift licence LF/LO

Job description

Frontline Recruitment Group - Townsville QLD

About the Role

This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced driver who takes pride in operating vehicles safely, delivering quality service to our customers, and being part of a supportive team.

You’ll be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of trusses, materials and other goods to customers and sites across the local and regional area. You’ll also assist with loading and unloading using the appropriate equipment, including cranes.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy vehicles and deliver trusses and materials across local and regional areas
• Load, secure and unload materials, including operating vehicle-mounted crane equipment
• Complete vehicle inspections and ensure loads meet safety and legal requirementsl
• Maintain accurate delivery paperwork, driving records and vehicle maintenance records
• Communicate professionally with customers, dispatch, warehouse staff and management
• Maintain a clean, safe vehicle and assist with yard and warehouse duties when required

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a professional truck driver.
• A current HR, HC or appropriate heavy vehicle licence.
• A current crane ticket/licence appropriate for the equipment being operated.
• Forklift licence (LF/LO) is desirable.
• Fatigue Management accreditation, where applicable.
• Experience with local and/or regional deliveries.
• Strong understanding of heavy vehicle safety, road rules and transport compliance.
• Good knowledge of load restraint and safe load handling practices.
• Ability to read delivery paperwork, manifests and use GPS/navigation systems.
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• The physical ability to safely handle and secure materials as required.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary
• Secure, ongoing permanent employment
• On-the-job training and ongoing development
• An opportunity to grow your administration career within a well-established company

About the Company

Our client is a well-established business with a strong reputation for quality, reliability and customer service, offering a safe and supportive working environment.

The business values safety, integrity, reliability and teamwork, and is committed to providing a positive workplace where employees are supported and their contribution is valued.

They’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, looks after their equipment, treats customers and colleagues with respect, and is committed to getting the job done safely and professionally.