Chemtrans Dangerous Goods Driver
Join K&S as a Chemtrans dangerous goods driver, enjoying consistent routes and the benefits of your own dedicated truck. RDO's: base rate plus allowances, paid weekly. Gain valuable tanker experience & be supported every step of the way. Join a leading transport company operating one of Australia's largest fleets.
About K&S Corporation
K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us as a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history, our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry-leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleets, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.
About Chemtrans
Chemtrans is a division of K&S Corporation and a well-respected industry leader in the safe and efficient transportation and delivery of dangerous and hazardous goods and chemicals throughout Australia.
About the role
We currently have day shift tanker driving positions available for experienced HC drivers, within our Chemtrans Truganina site. You will be completing local and country deliveries of dangerous goods and non-DG products in our well-maintained automatic Scania trucks and tankers. The role suits drivers interested in upskilling their HC driving experience and gaining training in the dangerous goods arena. You will be provided with a comprehensive training program including how to safely perform a range of tasks including loading and unloading various liquid DG and non-NG products.
Hours are Monday to Friday, 7am start, although you can start anywhere from 4am depending on customer requirements. Overtime available and occasional weekend work required.
You will:
* Deliver class 8 dangerous goods products in road tankers around Melbourne metro and Regional Victoria.
* Load and unload product including attaching hoses and pumping out of tanks.
* Be responsible for your truck and follow all processes and relevant SOPs in accordance with company policy.
* Utilise all required PPE and follow procedures accurately maintaining safety at all times.
* Complete relevant paperwork for deliveries.
* Provide quality customer service and conduct that aligns with K&S values.
You will have:
* Valid HC licence with at least 1 year of proven heavy vehicle driving experience.
* Previous experience operating bulk tankers advantageous.
* Dangerous Goods licence.
* Basic Fatigue Management accreditation - or willing to obtain.
* Forklift license beneficial but not essential.
* A strong commitment to safety regulations.
* Good driving history.
* Strong English skills and able to follow instructions and communicate effectively.
* Flexibility around weekend work when required.
Why join us:
* Uniform and PPE Provided.
* Employee assistance program including financial wellness support.
* Growth and development to support career progression.
* Corporate health plan discount.
* Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace.
* ASX listed market leader | More than 75 years of service.
* We foster a warm supportive culture grounded in our values: Safety, Customer Service, People & Community, and Innovation.
* To uphold our core value of "Everybody Safe Everyday" a police check, and pre-employment medical will be required to be successful in this role.
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