Followmont Cairns are seeking motivated and customer-focused individuals who are keen for the opportunity to drive
HR Trucks locally
and be part of the best transport team in the Far North!
This position is ideal for an someone who thrives in a structured, process-driven environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality, detailed work. If you are self-driven, safety committed, and eager to contribute to a strong team, we want to hear from you!
What You Will Be Doing:
The Opportunities:
Full-Time, Permanent
Hours:
Monday to Friday | 7:00 am starter
Responsibilities:
Transport general freight to support our Cairns Branch and surrounding community with excellent customer service
Complete necessary paperwork, including pre-start checks, run sheets, PODs, and logbooks
Utilize IT platforms such as PDAs to scan freight and capture live signatures
Perform manual handling tasks, including opening/closing gates and pulling curtains
Follow established standards, procedures, and safety regulations to ensure smooth and accurate deliveries
Work within a steady, methodical pace to maintain accuracy and high-quality work output
What's In It for You:
Weekly Pay
: Rewards payment on top of your weekly pay!
Full-time Position
: Guaranteed hours & leave entitlements
Work/Life Balance
: Be home every night with no overnight stays
Career Progression
: Opportunities to move into HR, HC, and MC positions
Training & Support
: Job-specific training with in-house trainers and ongoing support
Employee Recognition
:



Be rewarded for your hard work through our employee recognition program
Referral Program:
Earn a bonus for referring new team members
Employee Benefits Program
: Workplace Benefits Program providing discounts to many major retailers
Health Fund Discounts
: Enjoy reduced rates on single or family health cover with Medibank Private.
Wellbeing Program
: Free access to the Employee Assistance Program, Mental Wellbeing Program, and Workplace Banking Program.
Please Note:
The weekly attendance payment referenced for this role is available
exclusively to full‐time employees
and is subject to strict eligibility criteria. Eligibility requires the employee to:
Attend
all contracted and rostered shifts
in accordance with a standard
38‐hour work week
; and
Complete
four (4) consecutive weeks of employment
without any occurrence of
unplanned leave
, regardless of reason.
Provided these conditions are fully satisfied, the eligible weekly attendance payment of
$*****
will be processed and paid as part of the employee's
pay cycle in the fifth (5th) week of employment
.
What You Need:
Previous experience in the transport industry or previous truck driving (desirable)




Current licensed
HR Driver
who has some MR/LR driving experience
Current
Forklift License
and experience (desirable)
Ability to pass a pre-employment
Medical
, including a drug and alcohol screen
Ability to complete a
Criminal History Check
(upon successful interview stage)
A professional mindset
with a solid sense of accountability and commitment to meeting goals
Ability to work consistently with a focus on producing high-quality, detailed work based on established guidelines, standards, and procedures
Comfortable in a stable environment, working with repetitive routines and well-defined processes
Ability to collaborate with peers and management to ensure efficient, error-free work
About the Role:
This role would suit someone who is detail-oriented, reliable, and committed to delivering precise and consistent results. You will thrive in a structured, stable environment, following clear systems, standards, and procedures. Your decisions will be guided by well-defined policies, and you'll work collaboratively with management and peers to ensure steady and accurate work output.
The ability to focus on completing tasks methodically and without error will be key to your success in this role. You should be driven to continually improve and develop your skills, with a positive and professional attitude towards your work.
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📌 Local Hr Driver (Cairns)
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