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 skilled 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 ****, RFT employs over 900 people and operates a modern 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 (Victoria)
🏢 Ron Finemore Transport Services
📍 Victoria