Heavy Combination Driver

Active Forklifts Australia has been a trusted forklift supplier in Australia with high quality forklift solutions designed to deliver the right solutions for our customers, with a foundation of reliability, performance and efficiency. We believe our true strength lies in our people, as it’s the unique skills and unwavering commitment of our employees that keeps us moving.

We are currently searching for an experienced Heavy Vehicle Driver to join our team based out of Fairfield East to support our transport function and uphold customer experience. This role will work closely with our transport function to deliver machinery, and provide outstanding customer service throughout this process.

What we offer:

• Generous hourly rate and benefits on offer.
• Annual review of above Award wages to keep you on par with market.
• Work alongside industry experts with the knowledge to support your growth.

Tasks and Qualifications:

What You’ll Do:

• Load and unload units such as forklifts and scissor lifts to the trucks in a safe manner.
• Remain aware of load weight and height weight of the vehicle while undertaking any routes.
• Adhere to all road rules and regulations whilst operating the vehicle.
• Complete thorough inspections prior to leaving locations including checking fuel levels, tyre pressure, lights and signals of the vehicle.
• Ensure adherence to NHVR guidelines.
• Drive carefully without speeding during delivery and collection of the units.
• Complete paperwork as required.
• Maintain the truck in a clean and tidy manner.
• Perform any additional duties as directed.
• Immediately report any incidents, near misses, hazards or defects that may occur.

What You’ll Bring:

• Heavy Combination (HC) or Multi Combination (MC) Licence.
• LF Forklift Licence desirable.
• Understanding of Work, Health and Safety (WHS) obligations, and your responsibilities to uphold these within the workplace.
• Good computer skills in Microsoft Office Packages – Word, Teams, Outlook.
• Good communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.

If this role sounds like your next big opportunity, please send through a copy of your current resume and cover letter.

Please note, a pre-employment medical and reference checks are a part of our recruitment process.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion within the workplace and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or other statuses protected by law or regulations in the locations where we operate.