About the Opportunity:
Signature Staff is recruiting an experienced Truck Driver on behalf of our client, an established Australian family-owned supplier of building materials.
Based in Townsville, you'll deliver to customers across the city and surrounding areas. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in safe driving, reliable service and looking after their load.
The position starts on a casual basis, with the opportunity to move into permanent employment for the right person.
The Role:
Your responsibilities will include:
- Delivering customer orders safely, accurately and on time
- Checking goods against run sheets and delivery paperwork
- Loading and unloading building materials safely
- Operating trucks, forklifts and vehicle loading cranes within your qualifications and company procedures
- Securing and handling products to prevent damage
- Providing friendly, skilled service to customers and colleagues
- Following workplace health and safety requirements
About You:
You will need:
- At least three years' truck driving experience and a clean driving record
- A current Medium Rigid (MR) licence
- A current Forklift (LF) licence
- A current Dogging (DG) licence
- Experience operating a vehicle loading crane truck
- The physical capacity to safely handle building materials
- Good attention to detail and a reliable, practical approach
- Clear communication skills and a friendly manner
- Confidence using basic systems and learning new procedures
Knowledge of Townsville and surrounding areas will be highly regarded.
Hours and Pay:
- Full-time hours, 6:30am to 2:30pm
- Casual employment initially, with the opportunity for permanency
- A crane allowance is paid for each day you operate a crane truck
What's on Offer:
- A supportive team within an established, growing business
- Uniform provided
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
- Access to a rewards platform offering cashback discounts at more than 400 retailers
- Potential staff discounts, subject to terms and conditions
- Paid birthday leave, subject to eligibility
Working Rights and Pre-Employment Checks:
Applicants must have full working rights in Australia. Sponsorship is not available.
The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment, National Police Check and working rights checks. The workplace has a zero-tolerance policy for drugs and alcohol, with random testing conducted.