Job Title: Livestock Transport Specialist
The position involves operating heavy combination vehicles, loading and unloading livestock safely at various locations.
* Loading and unloading livestock in different settings such as on-farm, saleyards, and abattoirs.
* Driving heavy combination vehicles, including hooking and unhooking trailers from trucks and maneuvering them into position.
Responsibilities also include inspecting vehicles regularly to identify any equipment not functioning properly, reporting the issue, performing basic maintenance tasks, and ensuring goods are securely covered to prevent loss and damage. Additionally, estimating weights to comply with load limitations and verifying loading documents are essential aspects of this role. Regular quality checks must be made to ensure vehicles can be driven safely, and employees must adhere to safety requirements when handling livestock. The specialist will also need to check the condition of goods upon delivery and obtain certification if necessary.