Local Regional Owner Driver or Truck Driver Positions Available – Raywood / Bendigo Based
Balco Australia Pty Ltd is an award-winning Australian forage exporter and is proudly one of the leading suppliers of hay and straw products to international markets.
We are looking to engage permanent full-time truck drivers (we supply truck and trailer) or owner drivers (we supply trailer) based out of our Raywood Processing Facility.
The job's primary function is to collect baled hay from regional locations around the Bendigo region and deliver back to our processing facility just outside of Raywood.
We are investing in brand new equipment to service our proposed annual volumes and have a strong culture of equal opportunity, safety, and quality.
Positions commence early September ready for the hay harvest season.
If you are interested in a Truck Driver opportunity, you must possess:
- A current MC Licence (vehicle operation) with relevant and recent truck driving experience.
- A current Telehandler Forklift Licence (greater than 3 tonne) with recent operator experience.
- Experience in loading/unloading products (preferably hay on open flat top trailers) and load restraint.
- Well versed in the current road networks in Regional Victoria.
- Experience driving on all terrains including regional dirt roads.
- BFM Accreditation.
- Experience in applying chain of custody protocols.
- Familiarity with fatigue management and use of National Driver Work Diary.
- Excellent driving record and clean criminal record, with no active expiations at the time of assessment.
- A good understanding of basic truck and trailer mechanical and electrical maintenance.
- Commitment to safe driving practices and compliance with the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL).
- Ability to perform vehicle safety checks and manage load limits.
- Be reliable and flexible with work arrangements, some weekend work and night work may be required.
- Be physically fit, well presented with a positive attitude.
- Customer focused with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
If you are interested in an Owner Driver opportunity, you must also possess:
- Modern, well-maintained truck for B double trailer (loads approximately 42 tonnes).
- Up to date registration of equipment with relevant insurances.
- Mass Management Accreditation.
Any future employee or contractor will need to pass a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a federal police clearance.
Attractive rates above Award will be offered to secure the right drivers for long term employment or sub-contractor partnership.
You must be prepared to provide two current references up front if you are shortlisted.
Applications close Sunday 31st August 2025.
Email enquiries and applications should be emailed to vacancy@balco.com.au
and must include a cover letter and resume.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.