HC/MC Local Drivers

Welcome to Hawk Logistics, a prominent leader in the logistics industry operating under the Hawk Logistics group, based in Dry Creek, Adelaide. At Hawk Logistics, our operations span nationally with strategic depots across Adelaide, Griffith, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Sydney, enabling us to deliver exceptional transport and logistics services coast to coast.

As a dynamic, fast-paced, and team-driven enterprise, we pride ourselves on providing innovative solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our customers. Our commitment to innovation is matched by our rapid growth and a strong belief that our success is driven fundamentally by our people.

Today, we stand strong with over 500 dedicated team members and an enthusiastic management team deeply invested in harnessing technology to enhance our processes and operations. At Velocity Global, every team member is valued, and we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all can thrive. 

As a leading refrigerated transport company, we choose to service our own fleet of vehicles. Our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in refrigeration technology ensures the safe and efficient delivery of temperature-sensitive goods across the country.

The Role:

As our Local Truck Driver based in Brisbane, you'll be the backbone of our metro logistics network, ensuring the efficient and timely delivery of goods throughout metropolitan Brisbane. This role demands a strong customer service orientation, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

About the role:

• Both day & night shifts available.
• Weekly Pay.
• Perform Prestart checks on truck and trailers to be used for the day using the Freight 2020 mobility app.
• Delivering or collecting loads as allocated by the operations team.
• Ensuring that the operations team is aware of any delays in transit.
• Ensure truck and trailer cleanliness before arriving at customer site.
• Commence work at yard/customer's site and collect required paperwork for the job.
• Ensure Fatigue management system in truck is working efficiently and report any issues to Ops and Safety team immediately.
• Always ensure truck and trailer safety.
• Check correct load restraints are in place prior to starting your journey from pick up to delivery.
• Check temperature requirement of your load and set it accordingly.
• Follow all road rules as per various State and National authorities.
• Maintaining a strict compliance to NHVR's standard hours (breaks, rest periods, etc).
• Fill out logbook sheets compliantly as per NHVR requirements.
• Ensure fatigue management throughout your trips.
• Ensure pallet dockets are managed at all sites as directed by Hawk Management.
• Communicate any Safety issues or incidents to Hawk Management.
• Submit all paperwork for each job after completion.
• Always demonstrate safe work practices.
• Always behaving in a professional manner to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Fill time sheets correctly and compliantly after each job and submit it to Admin department.

About you:

• Experience in refrigerated transport compulsory.
• Experience with food logistics compulsory.
• Experience in Multidrop preferred.
• Loading & unloading required for most routes.
• All drivers are required to pass a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol test.
• Are well presented, safety focused, and customer focused.
• Ability to follow all company polices including daily start-up checks on vehicles and equipment.
• High level of attention to detail with ability to complete paperwork accurately.
• Strong understanding and experience of paperwork compliance such as proof of delivery and pallet transfer documentation.
• Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with clients and fellow employees.
• Take pride in their work and have a can-do attitude.
• Vehicles are fitted with GPS tracking and Guardian Seeing Eye Technology.

To be successful for this role applicants must:

• Good communication skills including reading and writing.
• Good understanding of Fatigue and Mass Management.
• Hold a current HC or MC license with a minimum 2 years of driving experience.
• Have previous experience in transportation of refrigeration goods.
• Be able to work shift work including weekends as required.
• Have solid customer service capability.
• Have own means of getting to work and home.

If this sounds like you, we are keen to hear from you

Join our team and become an essential link in Australia's transportation network, all while enjoying the freedom of the open road and the beauty of the diverse landscapes of South Australia

Velocity Global is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.