HR Truck Driver – Tautliner & Tailgate | Full Time I Newcastle

Team Global Express

Join a team that keeps Australia moving.

Team Global Express is looking for a reliable and safety-focused HR Truck Driver to join our team in Newcastle.

About the Role

This is a permanent full-time position, working Monday to Friday with start times between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM, depending on operational requirements. Overtime is available when required.

You'll be responsible for completing local pick-ups and deliveries, operating tautliner and tailgate trucks, and providing excellent service to our customers while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Safely operate HR tautliner and tailgate vehicles.

- Complete local deliveries and pick-ups within scheduled timeframes.

- Load and hand unload freight when required.

- Secure and restrain loads using the correct load restraint equipment.

- Complete daily vehicle pre-start inspections and report defects.

- Ensure accurate completion of delivery documentation.

- Follow all Team Global Express safety procedures and policies.

- Report hazards,



near misses and incidents in accordance with company procedures.

- Work closely with the operations team to deliver outstanding customer service.

What You'll Bring

- Current HR (Heavy Rigid) Driver Licence.

- Previous experience driving tautliner and tailgate trucks.

- Knowledge of Dangerous Goods (DG) requirements.

- Sound understanding of Load Restraint (LR) principles.

- Positive understanding of Chain of Responsibility (CoR) legislation.

- A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

- Ability to perform repetitive manual handling and hand unload freight.

- Excellent communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude.

- Reliable, punctual and customer focused.

Our Recruitment Process

Successful applicants will be required to complete:

- Interview

- Medical assessment (including Drug & Alcohol screening)

- Criminal history check

Apply today and become part of a team delivering for Australia every day.

📌 Driver (Newcastle)
🏢 Team Global Express
📍 Newcastle