Road Train Operator

Stanes Transport is a locally owned an operated family business in Alice Springs. Everyone is treated like a human, not ‘just a number’. We have an exciting opportunity for an MC licensed driver to join our team. 

Here at Stanes, we value team work and respect. Everyone helps each other and works together as one team. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and service. This position is definitely not line haul. We travel majority of the time on unsealed and dirt roads. It will give the right person the chance to see and experience parts of Australia that are not visible from the highway. 

To fulfil this role, you will need to possess:

• An MC Driving License with experience driving triple Road Train is a must have. 
• Forklift license or the ability to obtain forklift license.
• Previous outback and remote operating experience advantageous but on the job training will be provided to the right candidate
• The ability to complete a fit for work medical, criminal background check and drug and alcohol screening to enter mine sites
• Mechanical and welding experience (advantageous) 
• Ability to spend some nights away from home each week
• A willingness to learn new skills 
• Great communication skills 
   

Duties will include, but not limited to:

• unloading and loading freight 
• driving different combinations from single to triple Road Trains on different types of roads
• delivering freight to remote areas of NT, WA and SA
• delivering freight to mine sites
• customer service 
• truck/trailer maintenance duties 
• delivering all freight in a safe manner 
• warehousing/yard duties 
   

The position is suitable for someone based in or relocating to Alice Springs. 

Previous applicants need not re-apply. 

Interested, serious applicants only (no time wasters) please send your resume via Seek.

Please go to our website at www.stanestransport.com.au for further information about our business or find us on Facebook.