At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive modern trucks, transport freight safely, and complete daily runs across Sydney.
- Company: Growing transport operation based in Minchinbury, NSW.
- Benefits: Permanent full-time role, competitive pay, weekly pay cycle, and uniform provided.
- Other info: No interstate work, with ongoing support and development opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and enjoy long-term career stability with structured training.
- Qualifications: Current HC or MC Licence and 2 years' driving experience required.
The predicted salary is between 34.79 - 34.79 $ per hour.
Our client is seeking experienced HC or MC Truck Drivers to join their growing transport operation based in Minchinbury, NSW. These permanent full-time opportunities involve transporting trailers, containers and freight across Sydney metropolitan and regional NSW locations, including Parkes and Bathurst. You'll operate modern Volvo automatic prime movers and play a key role in ensuring freight is delivered safely, efficiently and in line with strict safety and compliance standards. No interstate work required.
Positions Available
- Day Shift HC Truck Drivers
- Monday to Friday
- Start times approximately 5:00am-6:00am (with occasional starts as early as 2:30am)
- Guaranteed 8 Hour shifts, however they can run up to 12-hour shifts
- Approximately 4-5 runs per day
- Local and regional deliveries across Sydney Metro, Parkes and Bathurst
- Overtime paid after 8 hours worked
- $34.79 per hour + overtime + super
- Night Shift HC Truck Drivers
- Monday to Friday
- Start times approximately 5:00pm-6:00pm
- Guaranteed 8 Hour shifts, however they can run up to 12-hour shifts
- Approximately 2-3 runs/drop-offs per shift
- Depot-to-depot operations
- Container swaps and freight reloading
- Routes across Sydney Metro, Parkes and Bathurst
- Competitive cents-per-kilometre remuneration
Key Responsibilities
- Safely transport trailers, containers and freight
- Complete scheduled daily runs and deliveries
- Load and unload freight as required
- Couple and uncouple trailers
- Perform container and trailer movements
- Reverse trailers onto loading docks
- Secure freight using straps, gates, binders and tautliners
- Conduct vehicle pre-start checks and safety inspections
- Report vehicle defects and safety concerns
- Complete run sheets, proof of delivery documentation and compliance paperwork
- Adhere to fatigue management and Chain of Responsibility requirements
- Maintain a strong commitment to safety, compliance and professionalism
About You
- Current HC or MC Licence
- Minimum 2 years' HC/MC consistent driving experience
- Previous experience operating heavy vehicles in a transport environment
- Strong load restraint knowledge and safe loading practices
- Proven reversing and manoeuvring experience
- Understanding of fatigue management and Chain of Responsibility requirements
- Strong commitment to workplace safety
- Reliable attendance and a stable work history
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Highly regarded:
- B-Double experience
- PBS vehicle experience
- Container transport experience
What's on Offer?
- Permanent full-time employment
- Monday to Friday roster
- Weekly pay cycle
- Uniform provided
- Modern Volvo automatic prime movers
- No interstate work
- Long-term career stability
- Supportive team environment
Training & Support
Full training is provided to ensure you’re confident and equipped before working independently. Training includes:
- Approximately 2 weeks of yard-based training
- 3-4 weeks of buddy/on-road training
- Route and operational familiarisation
- Ongoing support with systems, equipment and procedures
You won’t be expected to work independently until you’re fully trained and comfortable with the operation.
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