Local HR Driver with general freight experience

GKR Transport

  • Redbank, QLD
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
Drive Your Career Forward with GKR Transport – Redbank DepotAre you an experienced Local HR Driver looking for stability, great earning potential, and to be part of a growing business that is a leading interstate general freight transport company with offices throughout Australia?Due to continued growth, we're looking for a reliable HR Driver and all rounder with general freight experience to join our Redbank team. You’ll be handling local pickups and deliveries of various freight restrained with various restraints. A manual licence and experience with chains and binders is desirable. Ideally the successful candidate will be willing to help in the yard as required. We are a busy team and work together across all the business to get the job done. If you have at least 2 years of experience in general or "ugly freight", experience securing unconventional loads with multiple restraint types and hold a manual HR licence we want to hear from you.Bring your passion for safety and customer service to GKR, where you’ll be rewarded with above award rates, Monday to Friday work so you can have your weekends back and a supportive work environment. If you're ready for a stable, full-time role with great perks, this is your chanceTasks & Responsibilities
  • Operate Tautliner and Open rigid trucks, ensuring proper use of gates, tarps, chains and load restraint equipment.
  • Ensure timely and safe delivery of goods to designated locations.
  • Maintain a strong commitment to safety and professional presentation.
  • Perform pre-start and end-of-day maintenance checks on vehicles.
  • Collaborate effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Qualifications & Experience
  • Must hold a HR manual licence as a minimum. (Road ranger gearbox)
  • Minimum 2 years of HR driving experience with general freight
  • Sound knowledge of securing loads with tarps and multiple load restraints including straps, dog & chains and binders.
  • A forklift ticket and willingness to help out in the yard as required is preferred
  • Knowledge of the Brisbane metropolitan area.
  • Willing to provide a clean driving record.
  • Willing to undergo a pre-employment medical examination, police check and provide 1 recent work reference who will be contacted.
What We Offer
  • Competitive above the award hourly rate
  • Long term job security and stability with a growing national company.
  • Modern, well-maintained equipment and vehicles.
  • Opportunities for career growth within the organisation.
  • Positive and supportive team culture.
About Us:GKR Transport, established in 1985, specialises in providing transport, storage, and logistics services to a wide range of industries, including automotive, industrial, heavy haulage, mining, and more. We offer express transport services both locally and across Australia, with a focus on connecting eastern capitals to Perth, and pride ourselves on delivering practical and affordable solutions for even the most complex projects. With over 180 staff, we support our team with ongoing training to ensure consistent, high quality service, making us an industry leader in the logistics sector.Please Note: To be considered for this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or permanent resident.Please Note: To be successful in this role, candidates must satisfactorily complete all pre-employment checks, including reference verification, criminal history review, and a medical assessment with Drug & Alcohol testing.

GKR Transport