Truck Driver

ABOUT US

Family owned Dahlsens Family Companies has been operating since 1877 and is one of the largest independent suppliers of timber and building materials to many of the best home builders in Australia.

We offer a family-feel culture and work environment that sets us apart from others in the industry. We are part of a 70-site national group, including Dahlsens, Cairns Hardware and Nortruss with over one thousand trusted support team professionals, trade experts, drivers, and yards people. Dahlsens invest in our people, partners, and communities to make a positive and sustainable contribution.

Our people live and breathe the Dahlsens Values daily; Take Responsibility, Grow Together, Everyone Contributes.

145 years of experience, so we know what we are talking about…. keep reading if you are looking for big things.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Fyshwick – Australian Capital Territory
• Full-time permanent opportunity + attractive hourly rate + super + working with an awesome team
• Free uniform and safety boots reimbursement provided up to $120.00
• Be part of a 145 year old organisation that puts its people first and has their best interests at heart

As a Truck Driver at our Fyshwick ACT branch, you are a brand ambassador of Dahlsens. You will safely deliver timber, building products and other merchandise to trade customers across the Fyshwick and greater Canberra region, ensuring goods reach site on time, in full, and to customer specifications every trip.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will take ownership of your daily runs, proactively manage changes, and time-manage yourself throughout the day. Whilst onsite you may be required to unload items by hand or in tandem with another team member, so a strong safety mindset and attention to load restraint is essential.

This is a hands-on, customer-facing role that suits someone who takes pride in a clean driving record, enjoys building rapport with builders, and brings a can-do, safety-first attitude every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE

• Operating vehicles and plant in a safe and compliant manner
• Transporting and handling product in a safe, secure manner to site
• Ensuring goods are delivered on time and in full to customer specifications
• Communicating changes and delays proactively to customers
• Ensuring goods match run sheets and are accurately accounted for and checked off
• Assessing sites and hazards before accessing or unloading goods, including additional plant use when required
• Moving, relocating and loading stock in line with WHS practices
• Keeping vehicles and plant clean, operable and inspected (daily, weekly and monthly inspection reports)
• Reporting defects, faults and tagging plant out until resolved
• Manual handling of timber, plasterboard and other building materials (lifting up to 25kg, occasionally up to 40kg in a dual lift)
• Assisting in the yard when needed or directed by the Branch Manager
• Providing a high level of customer service to all internal and external customers
• Reporting hazards, near misses and incidents promptly via Donesafe
• Living the 'Our Circle of Care' principles – See, Say, Listen, Stop – and looking out for the safety of yourself, your team, our customers and the community

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Current Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence (mandatory)
• Current Forklift Licence (LF) (preferred)
• Licence to operate a vehicle loading crane (capacity 10 metre tonnes and above) (preferred)
• Construction Induction Card (White Card) (preferred)
• Previous experience as a driver with a minimum of three years' experience delivering or handling similar products (preferred)
• Clean and untarnished driving record with no infringements
• Demonstrated experience in stock control, safe loading and unloading of stock and transport
• Strong customer service ethic and clear communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with builders on site
• Physically capable of shifting, manoeuvring and storing stock in line with WHS practices
• Ability to work without supervision, manage your own time and support the wider yard team when required
• A reliable team player who is energetic, honest, safety-first and brings a can-do attitude every day

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us or any Dahlsens team member about this role. We're managing this recruitment directly and aren't seeking agency support at this time.

PERKS

• Take a day off on your birthday and still get paid for it.
• Be part of something strong, we really are growing together.
• Your contribution is valued and celebrated; the company culture lives this.
• An impressive 'Be Well' program supporting you and your wellbeing.
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members.
• Access to our awesome reward and benefits platform with cashback discounts at over 400 retailers such as Adidas, Woolworths, Coles, Ikea, Woolworths, Myer, Rebel Sports + more!
• Education Assistance Program - your development is important.
• Uniform provided so you can look the part when customer facing.
• Team member discounts may be available (T&C may apply)
• Work with a great bunch of friendly people who want to see you succeed.

PLEASE NOTE

The successful applicant will be subject to a comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a National Police & Right to Work.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a zero tolerance to Drugs and Alcohol in the workplace and we do conduct regular random workplace testing.

Only applicants with the Right to Work in Australia will be considered for this position.

If this sounds like the right job for you, and your skills and enthusiasm, click the 'Apply for this job' now and include your Resume and Covering Letter.