Tanker Operator Bulk DG

Join K&S as a Chemtrans dangerous goods driver, enjoying consistent routes and the benefits of your own dedicated truck.

RDO's |Base rate plus allowances | Paid Weekly

Gain valuable tanker experience & be supported every step of the way

Join a leading transport company operating one of Australia’s largest fleets

Our Company

K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.

About Chemtrans

Chemtrans is a division of K&S Corporation and is a well-respected industry leader in the safe and efficient transportation and delivery of dangerous and hazardous goods and chemicals throughout Australia.

About the role

We currently have day shift tanker driving positions available for experienced HC drivers, within our Chemtrans Truganina site.

You will be completing local and country deliveries of dangerous goods and non-DG products, in our well-maintained automatic Scania trucks and tankers.

The role suits drivers interested in upskilling their HC driving experience and gaining training in the dangerous goods arena.

You will be provided with a comprehensive training program including how to safely perform a range of tasks including loading and unloading various liquid DG and non-NG products.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 7am start, although you can start anywhere from 4am depending on customer requirements.

Overtime available and occasional weekend work required.

You will

Deliver class 8 dangerous goods products in road tankers around Melbourne metro and Regional Victoria

Load and unload product including attaching hoses and pumping out of tanks

Be responsible for your truck and follow all processes and relevant SOPs in accordance with company policy

Utilise all required PPE and follow procedures accurately maintaining safety at all times

Complete relevant paperwork for deliveries

Provide quality customer service and conduct that aligns with K&S values

You will have

Valid HC licence with at least 1 year of proven heavy vehicle driving experience

Previous experience operating bulk tankers advantageous

Dangerous Goods licence

Basic Fatigue Management accreditation- or willing to obtain

Forklift license beneficial but not essential

A strong commitment to safety regulations

Good driving history

Strong English skills and able to follow instructions and communicate effectively

Flexibility around weekend work when required

Why join us

Uniform and PPE Provided

Employee assistance program including financial wellness support

Growth and development to support career progression

Corporate health plan discount

Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace

ASX listed market leader | More than 75 years of service

We foster a warm supportive culture grounded in our values: Safety, Customer Service, People and Community and Innovation.

To uphold our core value of “Everybody Safe Everyday” a police check, and pre-employment medical will be required to be successful in this role.