27 Oct
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Ron Finemore Transport
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Victoria
27 Oct
Ron Finemore Transport
Victoria
$95,000 - $105,000 + super + car
Less driving, more coaching - help shape RFT's safety and training culture
Flexibility and autonomy - manage your own schedule and plan your week
Career development - Cert IV in Training & Assessment with RFT's support
Turn your driving experience into a rewarding career. Develop the next generation of drivers while enjoying greater flexibility and work-life balance.
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 ****, 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.
Benefits
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
Retail discounts - JB HiFi, Harvey Norman, Supercheap Auto, BCF
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.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check, national crime check and have the right to work in Australia.
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