MR Truck Driver

About the role

The MR Truck Driver operates medium rigid vehicles to transport goods, equipment and materials between locations. The role covers vehicle inspections, route planning, loading and unloading cargo with a forklift, keeping to delivery schedules and complying with road transport and safety regulations. It is based in Cardup, Western Australia.

Key responsibilities

• Drive and operate MR class trucks safely and legally, following delivery routes and schedules
• Communicate with site personnel and supervisors about collections and deliveries
• Comply with road safety regulations, fatigue management requirements and company policies
• Load, unload and secure cargo correctly and safely; use a forklift where licensed
• Manually load selected items and verify loads fit within vehicle limits
• Deliver materials and equipment to construction sites and suppliers, and obtain delivery and collection signatures
• Perform daily pre-start and post-trip inspections and report defects
• Maintain the vehicle in a clean and presentable condition

Required profile

• Safe and competent operation of MR-class vehicles
• Defensive driving and hazard awareness
• Manual handling and safe lifting techniques
• Time management and ability to meet delivery schedules
• Professional interaction with customers and colleagues, and ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Tickets needed

• White Card
• Current manual MR (medium rigid) truck licence
• Forklift licence (highly regarded)

Applications are made through the job ad with an up-to-date resume; cover letters are not required and agency referrals are not accepted.