Regional Relief Fuel Tanker Driver

Lowes Petroleum Service has been leading the way in fuel and lubricant distribution since 1977. We pride ourselves on consistently providing quality products as well as better and more effective solutions for our customer's ever-changing needs.

Operating in QLD, NSW, VIC & TAS, Lowes Petroleum Service is able to offer a high level of local service through our network of bulk fuel and lubricant depots, delivery vehicles and retail service stations delivered by a team of people who understand the local communities in which we operate.

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced and professional MC driver to provide relief to our network of Queensland Depots - loading, transporting and delivering fuel products to our customers across the state. Periods of relief generally range from one to six weeks per location. This role can be based out of any one of our QLD Depots, including Brisbane. For more information on our locations see https://www.lowespetrol.com.au/locations/  

Benefits:

• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Earn $52.84 per hour as per registered EBA
• Sunday & Public Holiday excellent penalty rates
• Annual Leave: 5 weeks per annum (25 days at 7 hrs per day) – accrual  
• KMs reimbursement for travelling to sites if a company vehicle is not supplied 
• Travel hours to and from relief depot to be paid 
• Meal Allowances paid (total of four meal allowances per day)
• Accommodation provided
• Uniforms & PPE provided
• Safety comes first work environment supported by our dedicated HSSE team
• Exceptional training program provided by our team of Driver Trainers

Tasks and Responsibilities

• BFM compliance
• Deliveries to Depots, Retail, Industrial, Mine & Rural/Farm sites
• Perform daily pre-start checks on vehicles and equipment
• Develop, grow and maintain good relationships with our customers
• Ensure compliance and safety is adhered to at all times
• Operate a range of vehicle combinations - pre-start checks, load at terminals, and deliver fuels to customers in a safe, timely and accurate manner

Skills and Experience

• Valid MC & DG license
• HV driving experience
• Linehaul & Fuels experience
• SLP passport
• Excellent driving history (traffic history report to be provided prior to commencement)
• BFM Statement of Attainment preferred
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Good customer service skills
• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Good numeracy skills

If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, Please press “APPLY” for this position 

Closing Date: Friday 3rd May 2024

Lowes reserves the right to close applications earlier than the nominated date. Interested parties are therefore recommended to apply as early as possible.