Local MR Driver

Local MR Driver - (DRI00002811)

Description

Local pud throughout the Cairns region.

At Followmont, we know our drivers are the secret to our success and provide a critical service to regional and remote communities. As the transport industry expands and our business continues to grow, so do the opportunities within it. Here at Followmont we have a rare and exciting opportunity for a hard working, customer focused, self-driven operator to join our high performing PUD team on a Full Time basis. This Full Time will be part of a fast paced team environment focusing on building strong customer relationships through local freight deliveries and pickups.

The Job

Flexible with working varied hours, including weekends and overtime with penalty rates 07:00 to 15:06Work to deliver high levels of service to our customers through effectively transporting general freight supporting the Cairns] communityTake responsibility for safely and securely loading and unloading a variety of freight with some manual handling of parcel freightCompleting daily vehicle inspections and necessary paperwork including pre-start checks as well as filling out run sheets, PODs and logbooksOperate a forklift or pallet jack to load and unload general freight [Regional only] [Optional]

Qualifications

Hold a current MR license [and Forklift Ticket (LF)] with proven experience operating a Heavy Vehicle for a minimum of 2 years A strong level of resilience and ability to problem solve coupled with the capability to work within a fast-paced, high pressure environment Have a passion for going the extra mile to provide high level service to all our customers Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse customer base Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol screen, as well as a criminal history check if required

Benefits

100% Australian owned & operated family business that is leading the way in transport industryHave the opportunity to earn overtime & shift penalty rates when applicableReceive health fund discounts, free access to counselling and be recognised for your hard work through our employee recognition programBe rewarded with a quarterly retention bonus [MORANBAH & MOUNT ISA ONLY]We offer limitless opportunities for you to develop your career within our company

Location: [ Cairns ]

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Primary Location: AU-QLD-Cairns

Job: Drivers

Employee Status: Permanent

Schedule: Full-time

Unposting Date: Ongoing