Dangerous Goods Driver (DG)

About the Role

As a Dangerous Goods Driver, you'll be responsible for operating various light and heavy vehicles, industrial cleaning equipment and supporting shutdowns, turnarounds, and maintenance programs in a high-risk, high-reward industrial setting.

All successful candidates will be based in Moomba and will be required to work either independently or as part of a team across all areas of the Cooper Basin.

The Cooper Basin region covers approximately 130,000 km² (around twice the size of Tasmania), with travel times to work sites ranging from one to ten hours. This role requires a high level of self-sufficiency and the ability to operate safely in remote conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy vehicles (HR/HC/MC), recording work and rest hours in accordance with NHVR requirements using a paper or electronic work diary
• Transport Level 3 dangerous goods, including crude oil, condensate, and other flammable or combustible liquids
• Operate light vehicles and light vehicle trailers
• Perform general vacuum truck operations, i.e. sumps, pits, well sites, pond skimming
• Undertake general high-pressure water work, including flex lancing, tank head operation, and limited gun work, i.e. cooler tubes, heat exchangers, tanks and smaller vessels.
• Confined space work, including standby duties, entry and work, gas testing, confined space rescue, working in accordance with permits, and operation of breathing apparatus
• Carry out yard duties, including manual labour and operation of skid steer and forklift (where licensed)
• Work autonomously in remote locations
• Submit daily timesheets and job documentation
• Ability to work in a remote, arid, and hot environment for periods of up to two weeks at a time (summer temperatures may exceed 45°C)
• Maintain a high professional standard in the care and maintenance of hpw equipment, vac equipment, and vehicles

Essential Requirements (you must have ALL of the below to be considered):

• Current HR, HC, or MC Driver’s License
• Current Dangerous Goods Transport License

• Enter and Work in Confined Spaces RIIWHS202E (must be completed in the last two years to be current

• Current High Pressure Water Ticket – Preferably MSMSS00018, but will accept MSMSS00017

Desired Requirements (not essential):

• PUASAR022 Participate in a Rescue Operation (must be completed in the last two years to be current)
• PUASAR25 Undertake Confined Space Rescue (must be completed in the last two years to be current)
• MSMWHS216 Operate Breathing Apparatus (must be completed in the last two years to be current)
• HLTAID001 Provide Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (must be completed in the last twelve months to be current)
• RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights (must be completed in the last two years to be current)
• RIIVEH305F Operate and maintain a four-wheel drive vehicle
• RIIVEH201E Operate a Light Vehicle
• MSMPER202, MSMWHS217, MSMPER200 Standby Person Skillset (must be completed in the last two years to be current)
• RIIWHS202E Enter and Work in Confined Spaces (must be completed in the last two years to be current)
• Santos Permit Holder Blue Card

• Current Elevated Work Platform (over 11meters) High Risk Work Licence

 What We Offer

• FIFO from Adelaide or Brisbane  – Attractive 2:2 Roster

• Pay rate - $40.25 per hr + $5 per hour site allowance

• Training and career development opportunities with a national leader

• Job security - Temp to perm for the right candidate

• A company culture that puts safety, sustainability, and people first

As a leading provider of temporary workforce we value all our employees and offer a weekly payrun, a commitment to working with our clients for safe working environments and consultants that care. Synergie Australia delivers a full 360º recruitment solution, consisting of temporary and permanent recruitment services, labour hire, payroll services, onsite solutions, diversity solutions, and more. Safety is of the highest priority, and Synergie Australia prides itself on fostering a culture that champions guidance and care in the workforce. Beyond recruitment, Synergie Australia is motivated to improve everyday standards within the working landscape so people can thrive today, and in the future. This approach delivers palpable change to communities by improving workplaces, local economies, inequalities, and changes to the climate. If you aspire for better, let’s work together.

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