Truck Driver | Pakenham

Petstock Group; Mississippi Mills; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Petstock Group is seeking a motivated driver to join our distribution team in Ontario. Responsibilities include loading/unloading trucks, maintaining logs, securing cargo, and processing orders with strong attention to detail.

The role emphasizes safety, stock control, and flexible hours within a collaborative warehouse environment. Ideal candidates hold an HC/HR license, have at least two years of Heavy Rigid Vehicle experience, forklift know-how is a plus, and are committed to delivering

Qualifications

• Must hold HC or HR License.
• Minimum two years’ experience driving a Heavy Rigid Vehicle.
• Commitment to safety policies and procedures.
• Experience or exposure to chain of responsibility is valued.
• Physically fit for lifting up to 20 kg and manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and assist with loading equipment such as forklift.
• Maintain logs of working hours and vehicle service status per regulations.
• Secure cargo using straps, gates, or covers.
• Pick, pack and dispatch orders to high standards and pick rate.
• Assist with stock control: receiving, cycle counts, stock replenishment.

Skills

Heavy Vehicle Driving

Safety Consciousness

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Time management

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift License

Job description

Petstock has established itself as a retail market leader across the pet care industry over the past 20 + years! Integral to providing the best customer service in our stores & to our online customers and the success of our supply chain, starts at our distribution centres! We’re on the lookout for a committed, experienced driver who is looking for a change to a company with a great culture, someone looking at a career move into the transport Industry, or someone with limited experience looking for a new career path.

A day in the life…

• Load and unload trucks, or help others with loading and unloading, operating any special loading-related equipment on vehicles, and using other equipment as necessary such as forklift
• Maintain logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations
• Secure cargo for transport, using straps, gates, or covers
• Picking, Packing & Dispatching of orders to a high standard and pick rate
• Assist with all stock control processes, including receiving inwards goods, cycle counts etc
• Work with the team to achieve stock integrity through stock replenishment, date expiry checks, stocktakes etc
• General warehouse duties as directed
• Manual labour & repetitive lifting throughout your shift

What We Need…

• HC or HR License
• Minimum two years’ experience driving a ‘Heavy Rigid Vehicle
• Be committed to working safely and adhering to our health & safety policies
• Experience or exposure to chain of responsibility
• Forklift License preferred but not essential
• Physically fit as you may be lifting stock weighing up to 20kg
• A commitment to providing great customer service
• Availability to work flexible hours
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail skills
• Exceptional verbal & written communication skills
• Ability to be flexible in order to meet changing work conditions
• Ability to prioritise and manage conflicting priorities

As Part Of The Recruitment Process, You Will

• Need a printed copy of your driving history
• Undergo a Police Check
• Undertake a pre-employment medical, including a drug & alcohol screen

Our diversity makes us better...we are a diverse team with varying strengths and an inclusive organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds who wish to be part of a culture where everyone can proudly be themselves.