Supply Truck Driver | Outback Spirit Tours

Be part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.About UsJourney Beyond is a national business focused on bringing Australia’s most unique and iconic experiences to life. Our aim is to take guests beyond, to ignite their imagination and to transform the amazing into the breath-taking.Our suite of iconic tourism brands stretches across Australia’s beautiful coastline and deep into the heart of our continent’s rich landscape. We own and operate Journey Beyond Rail Expeditions (The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern and The Overland), Rottnest Express, Cruise Whitsundays, Darwin Harbour Cruises, Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef, Outback Spirit, Melbourne Skydeck, Eureka 89, Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney and Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures.Outback Spirit Tours offers a range of unique adventure tours, desert safaris and luxury short stays across our beautiful country. Our adventures capture the very essence of Australia, from the rugged red cliffs of the Kimberley to the unspoiled natural wonder of Tasmania, we bring iconic experiences to life. We operate 9 lodges in some of the most remote, inaccessible and beautiful locations. Our team of guides, drivers, camp and operations staff are passionate about the outdoors and take pride in bringing our guests on the adventure of a lifetime.RequirementsWe are currently seeking a Supply Truck Driver based out of our Darwin Depot for our 2024 Season.This position will suit someone that wants to experience travelling on some of the most remote roads in the North Eastern part of the NT and can work away from home at least 2 days per week.You will be an essential part of our operations team, responsible for transporting and delivering goods and supplies to two of our Arnhem Land Locations being; Murwangi Safari Camp and Arnhem Land Barramundi Lodge.This role provides you with a balanced work life ratio with weekends off and an average work week of up to 45 hours.About the Role

• Safely driving a truck to transport goods and supplies to Outback Spirit locations in Arnhem Land
• Maintaining and cleaning the truck as needed, including performing minor repairs and preventative maintenance
• Loading and unloading cargo using proper equipment and techniques
• Effectively communicate with our warehouse and fleet management teams regarding inventory and shipping schedules, ensuring up to date records of deliveries and shipments are kept
• Following all safety protocols and procedures, using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required

About YouTo be successful in this position you will have experience in loading and unloading fuel, dry goods and cold storage good and have the ability to work remotely with a strong Mechanical aptitude and the drive to get the job done.The ideal candidate will have:

• Valid Australian Truck Driver licence - HR as a minimum

• Be skilled in driving on unsealed roads, in unpredictable weather conditions and in remote locations - at least 2 years experience
• Experience in loading and unloading fuel, cold and dry store
• Willing to be away from home 2 nights per week
• Forklift Licence
• Road Ranger experience
• Excellent time management skill with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Comfortable working remotely, ability to problem solve and work autonomously

Desirable

• DG ticket
• HC drivers licence
• Heavy vehicle Mechanic trade ticket or a high level of mechanical experience

Benefits

• An attractive salary
• The amazing opportunity to work in a dynamic, growing tourism business
• Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
• Up to 40% discount on Journey Beyond merchandise
• Study Assistance to prepare you for expanded career growth opportunities
• Generous discounts with key suppliers such as Qantas Club & Appelles products
• Access to leading Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providers