Multi-Combination (MC) Truck Driver

Hawkins Transport QLD are on the lookout for a Local & Linehaul MC (Multi-Combination) Truck Drivers located at our Cairns Depot. If you have a passion for driving, a commitment to service, and are looking for your next career move, we want to hear from you!

Our company is dedicated to transporting both General & Refrigerated freight from Cairns into The Gulf of Carpentaria & Cape York including various communities on a weekly basis.

Responsibilities Include:

• Operating our fleet of Kenworth prime movers
• Performing Pickup & Unloading tasks, including handling gates, curtains, and straps, Freezer Pads, Pogo bars.
• Setting of proper refrigerator temperatures and modes on trailers.
• Delivery of freight at various locations
• Completing Local Dog runs for linehaul drivers, also bringing back trailers from both locations to the depot.
• Maintaining cleanliness and safety of your truck and trailers while keeping the workshop manager up to date with any maintenance requirements.
• Responsible for the upkeep of driver and company documents during & after each trip, including daily run sheets and any linehaul runs you may be included in.

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• MC License with a proven competent and compliant driving history
• Single / B Double with Road Train Experience highly desirable
• Well-presented with good communication and customer service skills
• Availability and flexibility to work to assigned rosters
• Understanding of General & Refrigerated freight operations
• Ability to work independently in various environments
• Mechanical understanding of trailers and truck desirable
• Knowledge of Chain of Responsibility and Road Transport Legislation
• Forklift License highly desirable

While experience is preferred, we are willing to provide training for the right candidates. Immediate start's available for the right candidates.

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