Heavy Vehicle Driver Trainer - Barnawartha

Heavy Vehicle Driver Trainer (Barnawartha)

Be the driver behind better driving

About the role

Join RFT as a full-time, permanent Driver Trainer based at our Barnawartha Woolworths DC — the operational heart of our network. Reporting into the Operations team, you'll use your real-world driving experience to coach, mentor and develop the next generation of professional drivers, helping build capability, confidence and a strong safety culture across our fleet.

This role is ideal for experienced drivers looking to transition off the road and into a rewarding career where they can share their knowledge and help develop others. A formal training qualification is not required to apply — we're looking for people with the right experience, attitude and passion for coaching.

About the company

Ron Finemore Transport (RFT) is a nationally recognised, regionally based transport and logistics company servicing Eastern Australia. Established in 2004, RFT employs over 900 people and operates a contemporary fleet of 300+ trucks. We're proud of our safety-first culture and our commitment to regional communities.

- Cert IV in Training & Assessment — fully supported




- Home more often — enjoy greater work-life balance while staying connected to the transport industry
- Long-term career security with a respected employer
- Salary packaging options — vehicles, phones, laptops

Duties

- Coach and assess drivers on-road and in the yard to build skill and safety
- Conduct driver recruitment assessments, inductions, and on-road observations
- Complete structured driver reviews at 1 and 3 months post-commencement
- Carry out drug and alcohol testing, coupling checks, and site inspections
- Support other depots, occasional travel to Melbourne, Wagga, Sydney, Canberra or Orange.

Skills & experience

- HC licence (minimum), MC licence highly regarded
- Demonstrated heavy vehicle driving experience in supermarket DC operations
- Strong knowledge of WHS and Chain of Responsibility (COR) requirements
- Natural coaching ability — drivers learn from you because you've done the job

Culture

People enjoy working at RFT because the work genuinely matters — every driver you train contributes to safer roads and more reliable supply chains. We're a down-to-earth, safety-first team where experience is respected, growth is supported, and you're trusted to do your job well.

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📌 Heavy Vehicle Driver Trainer - Barnawartha (Wodonga)
🏢 Ron Finemore Transport Services
📍 Wodonga