HR Truck Driver

About Us

Proudly independent and family-owned, Cochrane's Transport is South Australia's leading express parcel and transport service provider.

We are proud to be one of South Australia’s Top 100 Companies, operating a fleet of 250 vehicles and generating an annual turnover of $80 million. With a dedicated team of over 300 employees, our headquarters in Gillman and regional depots in Port Augusta, Whyalla, Port Pirie, Kadina, Clare, Berri, and Victor Harbor enable us to provide next-day express freight services throughout South Australia, including both metropolitan and regional areas, as well as to Broken Hill and Mildura.

About the Position

We are currently seeking an experienced and reliable HR Truck Driver with a valid Forklift Licence to join our hardworking team based in Port Augusta.

In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and timely delivery of general freight to customers throughout Port Augusta and surrounding regional areas. Duties will include loading, unloading and delivering a variety of freight, including pallets, skids and cartons.

What you will be doing

• Full-time, Monday to Friday, with flexible start times between approximately 5:00am and 7:00am.
• Sorting and organising freight into the correct delivery runs.
• Completing deliveries and pickups throughout Port Augusta and surrounding regional areas.
• Providing friendly and professional customer service when interacting with customers during deliveries and pickups.
• Conducting pre-start and routine vehicle inspections, identifying and reporting any maintenance or repair requirements.
• Using RF scanning equipment to accurately scan and track freight.
• Ensuring all freight is handled safely and delivered in a timely manner.

About you

• Hold a current HR Licence or higher.
• Previous HR truck driving experience is essential.
• A current Forklift Licence and experience operating a forklift will be highly regarded.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safe driving practices and have a good driving record.
• Physically fit and capable of manual handling duties.
• Ability to work independently and manage your workload with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable using modern technology and equipment, including touchscreens and RF scanners.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused team environment.
• Previous experience in the transport industry, with a reliable, adaptable and positive attitude.

What we offer

• Above-award wages.
• 13.5% employer superannuation contributions.
• Well-maintained facilities and a modern, well-maintained fleet of vehicles.
• Opportunities to earn additional income through overtime.
• Career development and opportunities for growth within the business.
• The opportunity to join a supportive team within a well-established South Australian transport company.

If this sounds like you, then hit apply now!

If you’re keen to know more, please reach out to us via – jobs@cochranes.com.au

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities - diversity and inclusion are central to how we work and grow together as one team.