Join one of Australia's leading livestock carriers and take your career on the open road. Cavanaghs Transport is expanding our professional team of MC Livestock Operators, with opportunities available at our depots in Tamworth, Dubbo, Wagga Wagga, Cooma and Inverell.
We're looking for skilled and safety-minded drivers who are passionate about livestock transport and want stable, rewarding work across Australia's farming heartland.
About the Role
You'll operate B-Double and Road Train combinations delivering cattle and sheep nationwide, ensuring every journey upholds the highest animal-welfare and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Long-distance driving with regular overnight stays and weekend work
- Safe, low-stress livestock handling and loading
- Accurate daily work-directory entries and trip records
- Vehicle pre-start checks and fault reporting
- Maintain prime-mover and trailer presentation
- Adhere to all CoR, WHS, speed, fatigue and maintenance programs
What You'll Need
- Current MC licence (or HC licence with support to upgrade)
- Excellent communication skills and professional demeanour
- Experience carting or handling livestock – or willing to learn
- Commitment to safety and animal welfare
- Fatigue Management Certificate
- Livestock Loading Accreditation
- Experience with convertible trailers and B-Doubles
Why Join Cavanaghs Transport
Earn up to $150 K+ per year with kilometre rates plus allowances
Flexible rosters & work-life balance options
Additional week of annual leave + bonus for sheep carters
Modern fleet of 28 prime-movers & trailers, maintained to the highest standards
Training support for licence upgrades and skills development
At Cavanaghs, you're more than a driver. You're part of a team that's built its reputation on respect, integrity, and decades of dependable service to Australian livestock producers.
Cavanaghs Transport has been operating since the early 1980s. Cavanaghs Transport Pty Ltd is an industry leader in livestock logistics. With depots strategically located across regional NSW, our modern fleet and experienced team ensure animal safety and customer satisfaction on every trip.
Locations: Tamworth | Dubbo | Wagga Wagga | Cooma | Inverell
Apply Now: Send your resume and cover letter to Please note – only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
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