Road Train Driver

About us:

Harvest Road Group’s vision is to deliver Australia’s best sustainable produce to the world.  We are a family-owned Australian business delivering sustainable produce that champions what is great about our country. We take pride in our heritage and strive to make a positive impact on our people, community and environment.

The Station:

Minderoo Station is located on the banks of the Ashburton River in the heart of the West Pilbara, WA. At only 45km from the town of Onslow, there is close access to local town amenities. With the station bordering the Exmouth Gulf there are some hidden WA gems on your doorstep, along with great social events in the surrounding region.

The Opportunity:

Harvest Road has an exciting full-time opportunity for a reliable and self-motivated Road Train Driver to join our progressive team based at Minderoo Station. This is not a FIFO role and will include extensive travel. You will ensure the safe and efficient transport of Harvest Road livestock and freight as required. The role is also required to maintain the unit.

Key responsibilities include:

• Always demonstrate commitment to safe working practices and animal welfare.
• Carting livestock, hay, commodities, station equipment or floating machinery as required.
• Safely operate the Road Train across various terrain, from station tracks to major highways.
• Prioritise the welfare of livestock on board at all times, and follow fit to load guidelines.
• Carry out daily pre-start checks, basic repairs and maintenance, and report faults.
• Maintain clean and tidy vehicles.
• Make clear and accurate entries in log books, following all audit requirements around WHS, speed, fatigue and maintenance programs..

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Valid MC Licence.
• Strong focus on safety and animal welfare.
• Clean driving record.
• Good problem-solving skills, with ability to diagnose faults and defects to relay to mechanic.
• Good initiative, communication and work ethic.
• Previous livestock carting experience.
• Pass a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical assessment, including a truck safe medical.
• Possess sufficient fitness level to carry out required tasks.

What’s in itforyou?

• Competitive remuneration package for the right candidate based on skills and experience.
• Air-conditioned accommodation and meals.
• Free Wifi and Telstra mobile coverage available.
• Experience working a cattle station and rugged Pilbara landscape to explore in your free time.

Please follow the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application to join one of Western Australia’s largest agri-food businesses.

Visit: www.harvestroad.com to learn more about our values and other career opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community in which we live and work. We encourage Indigenous Australians, people with a disability and people of all ages, culturally diverse backgrounds, gender identity and sexual orientation to apply.