Heavy Truck Driver

Khalsa WA Pty Ltd

Heavy Truck Drivers (ANZSCO :

Full-time / Permanent

$76,000 - $85,000 ( higher salary will be considered commensurate to qualifications and experience)

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Drive multiple combination trucks such as B-double, Double road train and AB triple.
• Work in remote locations and drive long distances, two or more nights out if required.
• Operate heavy trucks in WA, sometimes over intercity routes or spanning several states.
• Transport hazardous materials.
• Conduct daily pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicles to maintain working operations, record any defects they find.
• Report serious mechanical problems to the appropriate personnel.
• Load and unload cargo.
• Record amount and type of cargo being delivered.
• Position blocks and straps and chains around items to restrain load for transport.
• Maintain radio or telephone contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions or be dispatched to new location.
• Maintain a logbook according to commercial driver fatigue management and complete other documentation such as delivery information, miles driven and fuel expenses.
• Report to a dispatcher any incidents encountered on the road or during work time.
• Follow accident procedures if an accident occurs.
• Keep the truck, and associated equipment, clean and in good working order with exceptional work ethics, reliability and punctuality.
• Plan routes using maps or satellite tracking according to main roads guidelines for heavy trucks.
• Take special precautions while driving.

Qualifications and Experience :