Join our team!
Due to an increased demand and expansion of our business we are seeking high quality truck drivers / operators to join our business. Are you seeking a position where your knowledge, skills and professionalism are rewarded. Where you’re not just a number to arrive at the same site, to drive the same vehicle the same route. We are looking for that unique blend of characteristics to further our business. This is a hands-on position that will suit someone with previous truck driving, civil construction and or forestry skills.
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Truck driver interested in learning or furthering Plant Operator (earthworks & forestry) skills
Norton Summit, Adelaide Hills & Barossa SA
Plant & Machinery Operators (Construction)
Casual or sub-contractor position
$80,000 – $120,000 per year + super
Trestrail Earthmovers & Adelaide Hills Logging are Hiring.
About us
We are a small well-established earthmoving and logging company operating late model earthmoving equipment and a well-maintained truck & trailer fleet. Working in the domestic building, agricultural and forestry sectors. We offer a great working environment with opportunities to enhance and further skills needed to succeed in the earthmoving and logging environment.
Qualifications & experience needed for the role:
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Experienced Truck Driver.
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Experienced Excavator & Compact Crawler Loader operator a bonus.
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HC or MC with Road Ranger experience is a bonus.
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White Card
About You:
You must have high attention to detail in your work, present yourself professionally, be committed to working safely, and be proficient with various earthmoving equipment.
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Your ability to work with minimal supervision within a small team environment; display a positive, self-motivated attitude and be able to demonstrate sound problem-solving skills. You will be required to possess basic mechanical knowledge for you to be able to maintain our equipment to a high standard. You will also be provided with the opportunity to work autonomously once you have been trained to have a clear vision and understanding of the role to this rewarding and exciting position.
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You will need effective verbal and written skills, as well as basic IT skills for our app-based time management & WPS systems.
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This position will be well suited to a person looking to develop or further their skills in operating earthmoving plant, forestry equipment & truck driving.
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Tasks & responsibilities of the role:
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Safe & efficient operation of tandem drive tippers, truck & trailers tippers and low loaders.
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Safe & efficient operation of earthmoving plant ranging from 5 tonne to 30 tonne excavators, compact crawler loaders, 12 tonne loader, tracked harvester & 8-wheel drive log forwarder. Full training provided for the right candidate.
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Onsite & workshop maintenance & cleaning of equipment
Benefits:
On offer are excellent working conditions, as well as a working environment that encourages logical,
solutions-focused planners with an understanding and vision for project needs beyond the project plans.
Other benefits include:
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Small well-maintained fleet and with equipped enclosed workshop.
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A possible flexible work hours on agreement
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Work variety.
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Predominantly Adelaide hills
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We are an employer that embraces equal opportunity and promotes diversity and inclusion, we encourage men and women of all ages and backgrounds.
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Email steve@trestrailearthmovers.com or call 0407 692 631 for more information
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Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
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Are you legally permitted to work in Australia?
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Do you hold a Construction Induction Safety certificate (White Card)?
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How many years' experience do you have as a truck driver?
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Do you have a heavy vehicle driver's licence?
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Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
