At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive and handle freight with a focus on safety and efficiency.
- Company: Join Team Global Express, a leading Aussie transport and logistics company.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, training opportunities, flexible work, and fun perks.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace celebrating diversity and offering career growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in logistics while enjoying a dynamic work environment.
- Qualifications: MR Driver Licence, Forklift Licence, and a commitment to safety.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Team Global Express is seeking a Driver/Dockhand to join our team based at Hobart Airport in Cambridge. This is a hands-on transport role responsible for the safe and efficient pickup and delivery of general freight across the local area, along with forklift and depot duties.
Key responsibilities include:
- Completing scheduled local pickup and delivery runs across Hobart
- Safely operating an MR vehicle between the depot and customer locations
- Completing multiple pickups and deliveries throughout each run
- Loading and unloading general freight at the depot and customer sites
- Operating a forklift to load and unload freight as required
- Checking freight against consignment details and delivery documentation
- Ensuring freight is correctly loaded, secured, and protected during transit
- Completing pre-start and routine vehicle safety checks
- Safely manoeuvring vehicles in depot yards, loading areas, customer premises, and other confined areas
- Completing delivery documentation, freight scanning, and proof of delivery requirements
- Providing professional and courteous service when dealing with customers and site contacts
- Reporting damaged, missing, or incorrectly addressed freight
- Reporting vehicle defects, incidents, delays, or other issues as required
- Assisting with freight handling and general depot operations between driving runs
- Following all company safety procedures, road laws, and operational requirements
What you'll bring:
- A current and valid MR Driver Licence
- A current Forklift Licence
- Previous experience in a professional driving, transport, freight, or logistics environment
- Experience with local pickup and delivery operations
- A strong understanding of safe driving practices and load restraint
- The ability to safely load, unload, handle, and secure general freight
- Knowledge of Hobart and surrounding areas, or the ability to confidently navigate local delivery routes
- A strong commitment to safety, compliance, and responsible driving
- A professional and customer-focused approach when dealing with customers and members of the public
- Full working rights in Australia
About Team Global Express:
Team Global Express (TGE) is an Australian-owned transport and logistics business delivering to Australia and New Zealand. We’re not only transforming our operations but striving towards changing the logistics industry and becoming an Environmental, Social, and Governance leader by 2030.
Why TGE:
- Competitive salary above industry standards
- Upskilling, training, mentoring and more to support your career development journey
- Fun and practical employee perks and discounts
- Flexible work, including work from home
- Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
- Peer recognition awards acknowledge when you go above and beyond.
We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply.
Our recruitment process starts with an online application form, followed by an online assessment and a virtual or in-person interview. The last step includes pre-employment checks, which consist of a criminal history check and a medical assessment including fitness to work and drug & alcohol screening.
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Driver/Dockhand in Cambridge employer: Team Global Express
Team Global Express is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Melbourne where innovation meets operational excellence. With a strong focus on employee growth through ongoing training and development, competitive remuneration, and a commitment to inclusivity, TGE empowers its team members to make a meaningful impact in the logistics industry. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and invests in the future of freight.
