Heavy Combination Driver (Day and Afternoon Shifts)

About the role

Strait Link, a sea freight carrier operating daily services between Port Melbourne and Port Burnie, is hiring experienced Multi Combination Drivers for its busy Port Melbourne depot. The positions cover all aspects of Road Transport Rules and Regulations in a competent, safe and lawful way, within an efficient, service-oriented environment. Day shift and afternoon shift drivers are sought.

Key responsibilities

• Drive heavy combination vehicles in accordance with Road Transport Rules and Regulations
• Complete local cartage jobs as delegated by the supervisor
• Assist as a forklift operator when necessary

Required profile

• Minimum Year 10 secondary education (Year 12 preferred)
• Class HC vehicle licence (MC essential)
• Forklift licence
• Proven delivery and freight experience
• Ability to work without direct supervision and physically fit for manual handling
• Preferred: MSIC and TAS Ports induction

Required skills

• Full knowledge of federal and state road regulations, including load restraint and fatigue management
• Numeracy and literacy
• Basic computer knowledge
• Strong customer service focus and good written and verbal communication