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2026-27 - Truck Driver
**WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR PEOPLE WHO CAN START WORK IN NOVEMBER**
At Koala Cherries, we’re dedicated to delivering the freshest cherries from farm to market. As a leader in the cherry industry, we value our team members who help us maintain our reputation for quality and service.
Our core purpose is to delight cherry consumers worldwide!
We are seeking reliable Drivers to transport our cherries safely and efficiently. You will play a crucial role in ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining the quality of our products. The role is for deliveries locally between the Orchards and the Packhouse.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive and operate company trucks to deliver cherries to designated locations.
- Inspect and maintain vehicles for safety and compliance.
- Ensure proper loading and unloading of cherries to prevent damage.
- Keep accurate records of deliveries and mileage.
- Adhere to all traffic and safety regulations.
Qualifications
- Hold a current HR or MR licence
- Have flexibility to work morning and afternoon shifts including weekends
- Strong driving record with a commitment to safety.
- Be able to complete computer-based inductions.
- A current forklift licence would be advantageous.
Safety factors & Safety Equipment
Majority of work is performed inside cold temperature rooms. Hazards encountered include pedestrians and other forklifts. The following safety equipment is required to be worn at all times.
- Safety Work Footwear
- Proper Clothing - Hi-Vis Vest provided
PPE/Food Safety Compliance:
Staff are required to wear safety shoes (reinforced toe), no jewellery with stones and short, unpolished nails.
Please note that a resume and cover letteris optional for this role.
Important Information for Applicants
Koala Cherries employ seasonal staff from November to January. Starting dates and hours are staggered due to crop maturity and vary from day to day especially at the beginning of harvest. Hours are dependent on volumes of cherries to be picked and sorted. A roster system is designed for Packhouse staff to ensure staff work 6 days a week if requested (by you). We are versatile as to the number of days, however a commitment of a minimum of 2 days is required. Staff are required to work the full shift and longer hours are usually required in the lead up to Christmas - you must be available to work if rostered over this period. We prefer our employees to stay for the entire cherry season.
(Please note that these dates are subject to weather conditions and other factors)
General Information - Packhouse
The Koala Cherries Packhouse is located in Yarck, a small rural town approx. 150km north-east of Melbourne.
It is located 14km from the main township of Alexandra and 21 kms from Yea. Both towns have a supermarket, petrol stations, library, takeaway food, cafes, pubs and various other shops.
General Information – Orchards
Koala Cherries has twelve orchards located in Alexandra, Yarck, Boho and Cobram.
Transportation
There is no public transport available in any of our locations - you must be able to provide your own transportation to your workplace.
Right to Work in Australia
Employees that are not Australian citizens must meet the requirements of the Department of Immigration and must obtain a valid working visa. You will be required to provide us with Passport/Visa when completing your employment information online. We will check that your Visa is valid with the Department of Immigration.
Time worked at Koala Cherries can go towards your application for the second or third WHM visa.
Wages
Wages are paid weekly into your nominated bank account and the applicable Tax is deducted, and Superannuation contributions paid. Our rates are above award and in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement. We do not pay penalty rates for work undertaken on Public Holidays during our Production (Harvest) Period.
Training
If your application is successful, you are required to complete an online induction before commencing employment and an onsite induction on your first day of employment.
Accommodation
Koala Cherries does notprovide any accommodation, so you will be required to find your own. We do have a list of local accommodation options that you can request to be emailed to you.