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 seeking a skilled HR Truck Driver with a Forklift License to join our team based out of our purpose-built modern facility in Gillman. In this role, you will be responsible for safely operating a heavy rigid (HR) truck, transporting goods to various destinations while adhering to all road safety regulations.

You will ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods, maintain accurate records, and perform regular vehicle inspections to ensure safety and operational efficiency. If you are a dedicated driver with a strong work ethic and a commitment to safety, we encourage you to apply and be part of a growing company committed to excellence in transport services.

This role is permanent full time- Monday to Friday. Shift start times may vary depending on the requirements of our valued customers.

What will you be doing:

• Loading, unloading and transporting freight
• Sorting freight into correct delivery runs
• Interacting with our customers during deliveries and pickups, whilst maintaining a professional customer service standard
• RF scanning

About You:

• Current HR license or greater
• HR experience
• Preferred Forklift License with experience
• Excellent driver with excellent driving records.
• Physically fit and passionate about what they do
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Competency with use of modern equipment (Touch screens/scanners)
• Able to work in a fast paced, customer focused team environment.
• Experienced in the transport industry, adaptable and reliable.

Cochrane’s Transport are driven to deliver. With a well-maintained fleet and a growing workforce, we know our people are what make Cochrane’s a great place to work. We invest in our team and our business and offer career advancement opportunities from within.

What we offer:

• Above award wages
• 13% Superannuation
• Well maintained facilities and fleet of vehicles
• Opportunity for overtime
• Career development opportunities

If you’re keen to know more, please reach out to us via at – [email protected]