Job Description

Murrell's Freight Services is a locally owned family enterprise that has continued to grow rapidly since first opening its doors in 1972. As one of the Illawarra region's leading Road Freight & Logistics providers, Murrell's is recognised for its professionalism, reliability, and ongoing commitment to excellence.

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About the Role:

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Murrells Freight Service is seeking an experienced Driver Trainer or Experienced Heavy Vehicle Driverlooking for a change to support driver capability, safety, and compliance across our operations.

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Reporting directly to the Compliance Manager, this role plays a key part in maintaining high standards and supporting our drivers through training, mentoring, and assessment.

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In this hands-on safety-focused role you'll be responsible for delivering competency-based training and assessments, mentoring drivers and supporting compliance requirements.

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You'll work closely with operations, compliance and drivers to promote a strong safety culture and consistent standards.

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This is a full-time role with exposure across different areas of transport operations.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Assess and train new and existing drivers

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- Conduct driver competency and VOC assessments

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- Deliver training and coaching programs

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- Mentor staff during probation and ongoing development

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- Maintain training records and compliance documentation

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- Support CoR,



fatigue, and safety compliance

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- Assist with incident investigations as required

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- Work closely with the Compliance Manager and operations team

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- Onboarding of New Starters

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- Conduct Audits of drivers and equipment

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About You

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- Current MC Heavy Vehicle Licence with proven driving experience

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- Knowledge of workplace health & safety requirements

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- Previous driver training or assessing experience (highly regarded)

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- Strong knowledge of HVNL, Chain of Responsibility, and fatigue management

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- Safety-driven with a calm, skilled approach

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- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

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- Organised, reliable, and comfortable with compliance requirements

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- Ability to prioritise tasks and adapt to the day-to-day changes of transport operations

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- Certificate IV in Training & Assessment or working towards

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- NHVR Portal knowledge including permit applications

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- LF High Risk Licence

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- Competitive salary and benefits package.

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- Career development opportunities within a growing and dynamic logistics operation.

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- Supportive team environment with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.

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Join Murrell Freight Services and become part of a trusted transport team built on reliability and respect.

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