Local Driver

Job Description

Join one of Australia's leading rural, transport & logistics companies Casual | Day Shift | Mon-Fri + optional weekend work | Great Work/Life Balance HR Licence essential as a minimum | Extra runs available depending on licence About the Company: With over 65 years’ experience, The Lindsay Group, proudly operates an extensive national logistics network across various locations covering regional communities. Lindsay Transport is the largest transporter of fresh produce in Australia, specialising in temperature sensitive, time-slotted freight into Central Markets and major Grocery Distribution Centres to help our customers best meet their national supply chain needs. Today we employ over 1800 exceptional individuals, with roughly 35% based in Regional Australia, and together we service over 1.5 million tonnes of temperature-controlled freight every year across the country. The Role: We are seeking a local Driver to join the team in the Mackay depot for pickup and delivery work. Local drivers are responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of customer goods and the loading, unloading and load restraint of freight. We are looking for someone to work on a casual basis across Monday – Friday with some weekend work. Extra runs available depending on licence held. Primary duties of the role include: Working with temperature sensitive produce for local pickup and delivery runs Ensuring the safe and timely handling of company freight Completing relevant pre-start checklists, safety documentation and delivery paperwork including the use of in-vehicle technology Interacting with clients in a professional manner Working closely with depot teams for the loading, unloading and transportation of freight About You: The candidates we are looking for will: Have a current & valid HR licence as a minimum Knowledge of paperwork associated with freight delivery and familiarity using internal cab data systems Have a commitment to workplace health and safety. Have a strong customer focus with good communication skills. Be well presented, professional and reliable. A current and valid Forklift licence is highly regarded but not essential. Previous refrigerated transport experience is highly respected in this role. To be successful for this role applicants must: Pass a Commercial Drivers Health Assessment including drug and alcohol test Provide a current traffic print out Be willing to work weekend shifts and be flexible with start & finish times Other benefits include: Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Competitive rates Salary packaging options Safety focused organisation We pride ourselves on working in a way that brings our Values to life every day. Equal Opportunity Employer The Lindsay Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr