Long Distance Driver

**Company Description** About Us**

In 2008, Qantas Freight Enterprises bought Jets Transport. Today we operate as a wholly owned but independently managed business. With unbeatable reliability, security and attention to detail, it’s no surprise we’re Australia’s road feeder of choice.

At Jets Transport we see expectations as a challenge and push forward knowing we’ve got back-up. High expectations are welcomed, and we’re always aiming for excellence. As a Full-time Long Distance Driver you will drive heavy (Road Ranger gearbox) vehicles over long distances, collecting and delivering freight between Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
- ** Opportunity to play a key role in the safe delivery of air cargo between destinations**:

- ** Together we’ll come together as one team to build a high-performance culture**:

- ** Permanent, full-time opportunity across a 7-day rotating roster based at Melbourne Airport**

When international air cargo touches down in Australia, we’re there to get it the rest of the way to its destination. Our interstate trucking services cover the domestic legs of international airfreight operations, driving between all the major cities from our hubs in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Coolangatta, Perth and Adelaide.

In 2008, Qantas Freight Enterprises bought Jets Transport. Today we operate as a wholly owned but independently managed business. With unbeatable reliability, security and attention to detail, it’s no surprise we’re Australia’s road feeder of choice. We understand our priorities and what needs to be delivered, taking the initiative to keep things moving. We bring teams and individuals together to deliver on our customers’ expectations.

As a **Long Distance Driver**, you will be responsible for driving heavy vehicles between airports across Australia, transporting B-double trailer configurations. This role primarily involves changeover work with our Sydney driver in Tarcutta, though you may occasionally be required to drive directly to Sydney or Adelaide when needed.

You’ll work on a 7-day rotating roster, with nightly departures typically no later than 7:00pm, completing the changeover and returning back to Melbourne the same day.

If you are an experienced MC Long Distance driver seeking a role with less traveling and better work life balance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

To be successful in this position you’ll have:

- A MC drivers licence
- Experience delivering freight throughout the Sydney region and beyond
- Flexibility to work a rotating roster and the ability to work night shifts
- A clean driving record
- High attention to detail and focus on safety.
- Eligibility to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)

**Why Qantas?**

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us - so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on-the-job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.

The Qantas Group employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.
- ** We love to travel**: Enjoy discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
- ** We have flexible leave options**: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave and additional purchased leave options.
- ** We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards**: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging for everything from motor vehicles to electronic devices.
- ** We’ll support your wellbeing**: Whether its learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.

Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story - get in touch today.

**Qualifications**
Essential Criteria - relevant driver license