HR & HC Truck Drivers- Talent Pool

• This talent pool offers permanent and fixed-term opportunities | 9-day fortnight | 36 hours
• Position Brief - HC Truck Drivers HR Truck Drivers

About The Role

This talent pool includes multiple opportunities across Council’s operational services, with both fixed-term and permanent positions available. In these roles, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy vehicles to support the delivery of civil construction, maintenance and infrastructure projects across the City. You will operate a range of plant and fleet vehicles to transport materials, equipment and machinery to and from worksites, ensuring all tasks are completed safely, efficiently and in line with operational requirements. These positions play a key role in delivering essential community infrastructure and services across a diverse range of environments, including parks, roads, waterways and community facilities.

Opportunities may include operating HR tipper trucks, water trucks, truck and dog combinations, HC tilt tray trucks, float trucks, and other heavy combination vehicles.

Responsibilities Include

• Safely operate heavy vehicles to transport materials, plant, equipment and bulk loads across Council worksites.
• Load, secure and transport goods and machinery in accordance with relevant road transport and load restraint legislation.
• Complete daily pre-start checks, maintenance records, risk assessments and fault reporting.
• Maintain accurate operational records including logbooks, work orders and incident reports.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members and contractors using radios and other communication systems.
• Assist with general site duties, including manual handling and the use of hand tools when required.
• Use Council systems and Microsoft Office applications to complete basic administrative and operational tasks.
• Deliver a high standard of customer service to internal stakeholders and project teams.
• Comply with all Workplace Health and Safety requirements, Chain of Responsibility obligations and Council procedures.

We’re Looking For People Who Have

• Experience operating HR and/or HC heavy vehicles in civil construction, logistics or similar environments
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and adherence to road transport legislation
• Ability to safely load, secure and transport materials, plant or equipment
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with supervisors, colleagues and contractors
• Ability to work independently and contribute positively in a team environment
• Sound attention to detail when completing basic records and operational documentation
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and public holidays when required
• Current HR driver’s licence or higher

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Benefits

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• 9-day fortnight - enjoy a long weekend every fortnight!
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
• A stable working environment with job security
• A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment
• Free parking
• Uniform, tools and PPE provided
• A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
• Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay
• Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.

How To Apply

To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.

Contact Person

Tiffen Roberts

Contact Email ***email_hidden***

Please note that as this is a talent pool, the advertisement will close once all positions have been filled. Suitable candidates will be contacted as their applications progress through the recruitment process.

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and encourage candidates to discuss any support or adjustments they may need throughout the recruitment process.