Overview
Position: Truck Driver (General) Location: Wandering, Western Australia Salary: AUD 75,000 – AUD 90,000 per annum
Employment Type: Full-time Visa Sponsorship: Available for suitable candidates
About the Company
D & D Warburton is a well-established mixed farming operation located in Wandering, Western Australia. The farm spans 4,000 hectares, with operations divided between cropping production and livestock grazing. The enterprise manages 9,000 breeding ewes and operates a feedlot capable of handling 40,000 lambs, requiring efficient transport and logistics to support daily operations.
About the Role
Our client, D & D Warburton, is seeking a reliable Truck Driver to support transport operations across the farming enterprise. The role involves full-time truck driving for approximately nine months of the year, with the remaining three months assisting with general farm work during quieter transport periods.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate heavy trucks to transport livestock, grain, feed, and other farm supplies safely across farm sites and external locations
* Manoeuvre vehicles into position for loading and unloading, ensuring safe handling of livestock, grain, and farm materials
* Load and unload trucks using lifting or tipping devices while following proper safety procedures
* Conduct pre-start inspections and regular quality checks to ensure vehicles are in safe working condition
* Perform basic vehicle maintenance and report mechanical issues to minimise downtime
* Estimate load weights and ensure proper weight distribution to comply with road transport regulations and load limits
* Ensure all goods, feed, grain, and equipment are securely stowed and covered to prevent damage or loss during transport
* Verify transport documentation, inspect the condition of goods or livestock, and obtain delivery confirmations when required
* Maintain accurate transport logs and records in accordance with road safety and regulatory requirements
* Follow workplace health, safety, and animal welfare standards when transporting livestock
* Assist with general farm duties during off-peak transport periods, including supporting harvest activities, feedlot operations, and other farm logistics
Requirements
* Valid Heavy Vehicle Driver's Licence (HC or MC preferred)
* Previous experience in agricultural or rural transport operations
* Knowledge of livestock transport procedures is an advantage
* Strong awareness of road safety and fatigue management
* Ability to assist with general farm work when required
* Good communication and teamwork skills
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