About the role:
We are looking for an experienced and reliable Truck Driver (MR, HR or HC) to join our team on a casual basis. If you are an Owner Driver or Driver with a HR license, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a large organisation that will invest in your development and support you in a long-term career at Kent. Working out of one of our depots located across all of Australia, you will be under the watchful command of one of our fantastic Branch Managers.
Some of what you will be doing:
- Working with an offsider, physically collecting, loading and delivering household goods that range from bulky items such as fridges to small pre-packed boxes.
- Ensure that goods carried are handled and manoeuvred with personal safety in mind.
- Perform basic safety analysis and service requirements on company vehicle.
- Ensure driving route to client site is done in a timely manner for loading and returning to base.
- Facilitating the removal processes appreciating that customer service can go a long way.
- Liaising with Head Office to ensure all key staff are up to date on the status of the job.
About you:
Strong communication and be customer service focused. Experience in removals preferred, however we provide significant on the job training so would like to also hear from applicants that are new to the industry.
- Be physically fit
- MR, HR or HC licence
- Minimum of 6 months driving experience in a heavy vehicle
- Integrity and a positive attitude
- Great organisational and time management skills
- Strong safety focus with a proactive approach to improving safety and compliance
About Us:
Kent is an Australian success story that started over 70 years ago and has grown from a family business to an award-winning organisation, built on reputation and excellence. What's little known about us is what makes Kent such a great place to work, our people.
Why work for Us:
- We offer a competitive hourly rate with paid overtime
- A paid trial available to ensure you believe this is the right role for you
- We maintain a family business culture that genuinely cares for its people
- We give back to the community through local charity work, community support programs and our ESG initiatives
- Amazing opportunities for career progression, the last 12 months has seen 80% of our recruitment filled internally
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