HR Night Country Driver
About us:
Proudly independent and family-owned, Cochrane's Transport is South Australia's leading express parcel and transport service provider.
We are proud to be one of South Australia’s Top 100 Companies, operating a fleet of 250 vehicles and generating an annual turnover of $80 million. With a dedicated team of over 300 employees, our headquarters in Gillman and regional depots in Port Augusta, Whyalla, Port Pirie, Kadina, Clare, Berri, and Victor Harbor enable us to provide next-day express freight services throughout South Australia, including both metropolitan and regional areas, as well as to Broken Hill and Mildura.
About the position:
We are currently searching for a qualified HR Night Country Driver who is looking for their next career opportunity working with a modern, well-maintained fleet fitted with enhanced safety features designed with driver comfort and fitness in mind.
This position operate on a regular work pattern, departing from our Gillman depot in the evening and returning the following morning. You will be responsible for completing long-distance regional runs, servicing our established customers and delivering a combination of general freight and bread products.
A key part of this role involves completing regular bread deliveries to established customer locations throughout regional South Australia, alongside general freight deliveries. You can expect to complete approximately 15–20 deliveries per run, providing reliable and professional service to our customers while working efficiently and safely.
You will generally commence at the Gillman depot between 7:00pm and 9:00pm, completing runs averaging approximately 10–12 hours, up to five nights per week. This role is paid on a trip rate, offering a competitive rate based on the runs completed.
Our ideal candidate will be passionate about a career in transport and looking for their next opportunity with one of South Australia's leading regional express transport providers.
About you:
- HR Licence or greater
- Forklift Licence (desirable)
- BFM Accreditation (desirable)
- Must be willing to learn and operate multiple runs
- Ability to safely complete general freight and bread deliveries
- Adhere to all load restraint and transport regulations
- Ability to work independently and unsupervised
- Availability to work across a Monday through to Sunday operation
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong focus on safety and customer service
- Previous experience in the transport industry
- Adaptable, reliable and customer-focused
What we offer:
- 13.5% Superannuation
- Well maintained facilities and modern fleet of vehicles
- Upskilling and career development opportunities
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