Yard Person / Truck Driver in Echuca

Coolabah Turf is a Victorian grower and supplier of premium instant turf, supplying lawns across Victoria and Southern NSW. 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.

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. 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:

• Safely and efficiently load turf pallets onto refrigerated semi and B-double trucks and trailers using a forklift
• Organise loads and pallets to ensure safe, efficient transport and minimise double handling
• Complete local and regional turf deliveries throughout Victoria and Southern NSW when required
• Provide friendly, professional service to customers at delivery
• Complete vehicle, load and driver records accurately and on time
• Carry out pre-start checks and report any vehicle, machinery or safety issues
• Keep trucks, equipment and the yard clean, tidy and well maintained
• Assist with farm operations during seasonal periods, including turf growing, mowing and harvesting
• Operate tractors, vehicles and specialised farm machinery as required
• Work closely with the Transport & Logistics Manager, Farm Manager and Harvest Coordinator to keep turf moving from paddock to customer
• Follow all company safety procedures and transport requirements, including Chain of Responsibility obligations

About you:

You’ll be practical, reliable and happy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are necessarily the same. We’re looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in transport, logistics or delivery
• Holds a current Forklift Licence
• Holds a current Victorian driver’s licence
• Holds a current HC licence
• Has strong forklift operating skills and takes pride in safe loading practices
• Has sound mechanical knowledge
• Can work independently while also being a team player
• Has good communication and customer service skills
• Has strong attention to detail and takes pride in getting things right
• Is physically fit and comfortable working in a farm and yard environment
• Is safety-focused and understands the importance of following procedures
• Is willing to learn and take direction
• Has a positive, can-do attitude and isn’t afraid to get stuck in

What would be great to have:

• Experience in turf, horticulture or agriculture would be an advantage
• A current MC licence
• Experience operating farm equipment or machinery
• Knowledge of turf production or horticulture

Why Coolabah Turf?

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. 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. 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:

• 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

This role is covered by the Road Transport and Distribution Award 2020 – Grade 3.

Ready to jump in? 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.