driver - dandenong south, vic

The Woodhouse Timber Company is an Australian-owned and established business that services the Queensland, New South Wales, ACT, Victorian, South Australian and Western Australian markets with premium building products.

Operating under an exclusive wholesale supply chain model, Woodhouse distributes its product ranges through a recognised network of Building Material and Hardware Merchants; Home Centre Outlets; and Truss and Wall frame manufacturers.

Our range includes Structural and Decorative Remanufactured Plantation Pine products for internal and external building projects and applications.

We are fast, flexible and frequent, providing customers with quality products and service, futureproofing our business.

We are currently seeking an experienced Truck Driver with a MR, HR or HC Licence to join our team, in a full-time role, based out of Dandenong South, VIC.

This role places a strong focus on contributing to our vision of being fast, flexible and frequent and incorporates the following essential tasks:

• Transport finished goods via road, to and from the Woodhouse warehouse to retail outlets and distribution centres;
• Plan routes to meet delivery schedules in the most efficient and effective way;
• Proactively inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues; and
• Ensure compliance with work health and safety laws, regulations and codes of conduct.

Be a brand ambassador, present yourself in a professional manner, take pride in efficient, on-time delivery, and delivery of exceptional and positive customer service;

Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures;

Possess a full understanding, &support chain of Responsibility & custody processes;

Collect and verify delivery instructions;

Manoeuvre trucks into loading or unloading positions;

Report defects, accidents or violations; and

Keep commercial driver\'s license up to date.

Hold a valid Medium Rigid (MR), Heavy Rigid (HR) or Heavy Combination (HC) Licence;

Be enthusiastic about driving and have a good & safe driving record with a minimum of 2 years experience driving a heavy vehicle;

Knowledge of the Sydney metro area;

Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly;

Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving and road rules and regulations;

Adaptability and foresight to manage unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc.) to meet delivery deadlines;

Birthday or Appointment Leave, compliments of Woodhouse;

Company uniforms provided;

Employee Assistance and Wellbeing program;

Discounted Private Health Insurance;

Discounted gym membership;

Regular functions (i.e. Staff Monthly lunches, mid/end year parties) compliments of Woodhouse;

Supportive friendly culture and environment; and

Opportunity for training and career development.

Woodhouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we embrace and value equity, diversity & inclusion, along with our strong commitment to Safety.

If you are looking for the next step in your career and want to work for a company where you are genuinely appreciated and supported apply now

Please note only those candidates successfully shortlisted will be contacted.

No recruitment agency applications, please

• Do you have a heavy vehicle driver's licence?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Are you willing to provide a copy of your driving record history?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• Do you have customer service experience?
• What\'s your expected annual base salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years\' experience do you have as a Heavy Vehicle Driver?

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