Multiquip Poultryis a national company dedicated to supporting the poultry industry across Australia. Our services cover all aspects of transporting live birds from farms to processing plants, including the transportation of eggs, fully grown birds, feed, and grain.
We are currently seeking an experienced Night Shift HC Driver to join our team based at our Mareeba QLD depot.
This is a full-time opportunity for drivers who are committed to safety and high standards of live bird transport.
This role is permanent 4 shifts per week, all locally based transport – be home after each shift
The Role:
- Start and end your day at our Mareeba depot
- Transporting of trailers between farms to processing plants, all local work
- Use an Electronic Work Diary (EWD)
- Conduct daily pre-start checks
- This is night shift work starting at 9pm each day and finishing early morning
- All bird handling is done by other staff this is transport only
About You:
- Hold a valid HC licence with minimum 2 years of proven driving experience
- Experience with live bird or livestock transport is preferred
- Committed to animal welfare and safety compliance
- Strong punctuality and a customer-focused attitude
- Able to work independently and follow delivery schedules
- BFM (Basic Fatigue Management) certified or willing to obtain
- Willing to undergo a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test
- Able to provide a current driver's licence printout
What We Offer:
- Immediate start
- Overtime, penalties including 30% night shift, and allowances paid where applicable
- Stable, full-time work in a vital industry
- This is a dynamic, round-the-clock operation and no two days are the same. Delays and changes can occur due to the nature of live transport, seeking flexible drivers who can adapt to varying start times and schedules.
Note: Due to quarantine procedures, successful applicants must not have live poultry or pigs at their residence.
Multiquip Poultry is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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