At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive and deliver sensitive freight across Newcastle while ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Company: Join COPE, Australia's leader in sensitive freight for over 36 years.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, stable work, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with a commitment to safety and customer service.
- Why this job: Be part of a respected national brand with strong career pathways.
- Qualifications: Must have a Medium Rigid licence and good geographical knowledge of Newcastle.
The predicted salary is between 24.3 - 29.7 $ per hour.
About COPE: COPE has been Australia’s first choice for Sensitive Freight for the past 36 years. As a privately owned national organisation, we support some of the world’s most innovative and technology‑driven companies. Our work involves the safe handling, transport and installation of high‑value and specialised equipment across medical, IT, print and other sensitive sectors.
About the role: As a COPE Driver, you’ll work in a varied, hands‑on role that includes:
- Sorting and loading your vehicle
- Completing deliveries and pickups across Newcastle and surrounding areas
- Ensuring correct packing and load restraint in our specialised trucks
- Scanning freight using COPE’s track‑and‑trace system
- Handling and delivering high‑value freight, including medical, retail, print and IT equipment
- Working independently as a one‑out driver or as part of a team
What you will bring to this role:
- Strong geographical knowledge of Newcastle and surrounding suburbs
- A current Medium Rigid (MR) licence or higher
- A strong commitment to safety and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) compliance
- Experience in transport, removals or sensitive freight is helpful
- Forklift, white card or working‑at‑heights licences are desired but not essential
- Self‑motivation, reliability and good physical fitness
- Sound judgement and a professional approach to customer service
What we offer: Working with COPE means joining a national brand with strong career pathways. We offer:
- Competitive hourly rate + super, in a full‑time Monday to Friday role
- Stable, ongoing work with a respected national company
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Employee benefits including EAP, health insurance and 200+ major retail brands
As part of our recruitment process, successful applicants will be required to complete a National Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical check, including drug and alcohol screening.
PUD Driver in Newcastle employer: Cope Sensitive Freight
At COPE, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the logistics sector, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters growth and innovation. As we transition to a purpose-built super site in NSW/ACT, you will have the unique opportunity to shape our operations while enjoying comprehensive employee benefits, including discounts on major retailers and robust training programs. Join us to lead a diverse team through an exciting period of transformation, where your contributions will directly impact our success and the future of sensitive freight handling in Australia.
