Forklift Driver/ HR Driver

Border Express currently has an opportunity available on our AM shift for an experienced and motivated CasualHR Driver/Forklift Operator to join the team at ourGeelong Branch.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected national carrier, driving modern equipment, working locally, and being part of a supportive, well run team.

This position plays an integral part in the safe, efficient and effective movement of freight to achieve the delivery promise that we have made to our customers.

This position will be an ongoing casual role with the hours of 6:00AM to 2:00PM.

If you enjoy working in a fast paced freight environment, take pride in safety and precision, and love getting stuck into a hands on role, we want to hear from you

Duties:

Operating counter balance forklifts to safely unload inbound freight from truck.

Undertake safe and effective loading, unloading, movement, restraint and storage of freight as required.

Ensure paperwork is matched against freight to ensure that correct freight is on vehicle for delivery.

Plan and monitor all freight movements for effective utilisation in order to meet the operations time schedule.

Always check load restraint, packaging and the condition of freight before it travels.

Report all damages to freight or forklift to your supervisor immediately.

Ensure all pallet paperwork and Dangerous Goods paperwork is checked and completed accurately.

Ensure that that there are no Dangerous Goods compatibility issues when loading and unloading.

Skills and Experience:

LF Forklift Licence with minimum 1 year experience.

A current MR or HR Licence.

Excellent driver history report.

Ability to work unsupervised.

Ability to adhere to WHS and Safety Regulations.

Excellent attitude, a good work ethic and reliability.

A high level of physical fitness and the ability to perform repetitive lifting.

Join a team that delivers excellence every time

At Border Express, we've been setting the standard for exceptional service and results for over 40 years. As we enter an exciting phase of growth and innovation, we're raising the bar higher than ever before.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities.

We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all. We encourage and support our team members to grow their careers with Border Express, by providing ongoing opportunities and development to grow and make a real difference.

At Border Express, we're not just moving freight - we're moving boundaries. Join us.

Border Express is proud to be a division of Freight Management Holdings (FMH).

Salary match Number of applicants Skills match

Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a forklift driver? Which of the following forklift licences do you have? Do you have a heavy vehicle driver's licence? Are you willing to provide a copy of your driving record history? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS? Do you have experience working with logistics, freight & delivery services?

For more than 30 years, we have committed to deliver only the best service and the best results.

And now as we move into a new age of growth, we have set the bar as high as it will go.

We are not just 100% committed to deliver your freight, which is what you should expect of any freight carrier, we are committed to deliver 100%.

When you think about it there is a big difference.

Anything less than a 100% successful delivery is not acceptable to us and shouldn't be to you either.

It seems to us that many in our industry believe that if they get it right most of the time or even nearly all the time, they've done a good job.

Not us. Not ever. Our commitment to deliver 100% on time, in full and intact is real.

There is no compromise.

Near enough is very definitely not good enough at Border Express.

It's not good enough for us and it shouldn't be good enough for you either.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

For more than 30 years, we have committed to deliver only the best service and the best results.

And now as we move into a new age of growth, we have set the bar as high as it will go.

We are not just 100% committed to deliver your freight, which is what you should expect of any freight carrier, we are committed to deliver 100%.

When you think about it there is a big difference.

Anything less than a 100% successful delivery is not acceptable to us and shouldn't be to you either.

It seems to us that many in our industry believe that if they get it right most of the time or even nearly all the time, they've done a good job.

Not us. Not ever. Our commitment to deliver 100% on time, in full and intact is real.

There is no compromise.

Near enough is very definitely not good enough at Border Express.

It's not good enough for us and it shouldn't be good enough for you either.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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