Job Description
Coolabah Turf | Echuca VIC
Permanent Full Time | 38 hours per week + overtime | Weekends as required
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Work on the farm. Load the trucks. Hit the road.
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Coolabah Turf is a Victorian grower and supplier of premium instant turf, supplying lawns across Victoria and Southern NSW.
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We're looking for a
Yard Person / Delivery Driver
to join our Echuca team. This is a hands‐on role that sits right in the middle of our operation, making sure fresh turf is safely loaded, dispatched and delivered to customers on time.
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Your main focus will be
loading turf pallets using a forklift and preparing our refrigerated trucks for dispatch
. From time to time, you'll also jump behind the wheel to make local and regional deliveries, as well as lend a hand across the farm during busy seasonal periods.
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If you're someone who likes variety, takes pride in doing a job properly and isn't afraid to get stuck in, we'd like to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
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Safely and efficiently load turf pallets onto refrigerated semi and B‐double trucks and trailers using a forklift
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Organise loads and pallets to ensure protected, efficient transport and minimise double handling
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Complete local and regional turf deliveries throughout Victoria and Southern NSW when required
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Provide friendly, professional service to customers at delivery
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Complete vehicle, load and driver records accurately and on time
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Carry out pre‐start checks and report any vehicle, machinery or safety issues
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Keep trucks, equipment and the yard clean, tidy and well maintained
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Assist with farm operations during seasonal periods, including turf growing, mowing and harvesting
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Operate tractors, vehicles and specialised farm machinery as required
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Work closely with the Transport & Logistics Manager, Farm Manager and Harvest Coordinator to keep turf moving from paddock to customer
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Follow all company safety procedures and transport requirements, including Chain of Responsibility obligations
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About you
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You'll be practical, reliable and happy working in a fast‐paced environment where no two days are necessarily the same.
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We're looking for someone who:
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Has previous experience in transport, logistics or delivery
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Holds a current
Forklift Licence
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Holds a current
Victorian driver's licence
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Holds a current
HC licence
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Has strong forklift operating skills and takes pride in safe loading practices
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Has sound mechanical knowledge
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Can work independently while also being a team player
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Has good communication and customer service skills
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Has strong attention to detail and takes pride in getting things right
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Is physically fit and comfortable working in a farm and yard environment
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Is safety‐focused and understands the importance of following procedures
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Is willing to learn and take direction
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Has a positive, can‐do attitude and isn't afraid to get stuck in
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What would be great to have
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Experience in turf, horticulture or agriculture would be an advantage, as would:
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A current
MC licence
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Experience operating farm equipment or machinery
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Knowledge of turf production or horticulture
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Why Coolabah Turf?
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At Coolabah, you're not just moving pallets around a yard. You're part of the team that gets a quality, freshly harvested lawn from our paddocks to someone's backyard, sporting facility, school or commercial site.
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You'll work alongside a hands‐on team where everyone plays their part, with the opportunity to build your skills across
transport, logistics, turf production and farm operations
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We value people who take pride in their work, look out for their teammates and are always willing to jump in and help get the job done.
The details
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Location:
Echuca, VIC
Employment:
Permanent Full Time
Hours:
38 hours per week + overtime as required
Weekends:
Required as part of an agreed roster during busy periods
Travel:
Local, Greater Melbourne, Regional Victoria and Southern NSW
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This role is covered by the Road Transport and Distribution Award **** – Grade 3.
Ready to jump in?
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If you're a reliable, safety‐focused operator with a
Forklift and HC licence
, and you're looking for a role with a bit of variety, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Yard Person / Truck Driver (Echuca)
🏢 Coolabah Turf
📍 Echuca