Truck Driver

Central Fruit and Vegetable Wholesalers, is a fresh produce wholesaler and retailer based at Jennerae Drive in Alice Springs. The business has been trading since 2014 and supplies fresh fruit, vegetables and packaging across Central Australia, picking and packing orders in its own warehouse and delivering them on its own trucks. Its customers include the local hospital, the correctional centre, the casino, the DoubleTree by Hilton, schools, aged care facilities, supermarkets, cafes and restaurants around Alice Springs, and it also supplies outback communities through a transport company. To support its busy seven-day operation, our client is looking for an experienced Truck Driver to join the delivery team. The role will suit a reliable, safety-minded driver who takes pride in getting fresh produce to customers on time and in good condition.

Truck Driver | Central Fruit and Vegetable Wholesalers - Alice Springs, NT

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a pre-start check on the truck before every run, including tyres, lights, brakes and fluids, and report any defect or safety concern so the vehicle is fixed before it goes out again.
• Check each order against its invoice and delivery docket before loading, confirm the right stock and quantities are on board, and make sure produce is in good condition.
• Plan the order of drops for each run and load the truck so the first delivery comes off first, keeping the load within the vehicle's limits and spreading the weight evenly so it stays stable on the road.
• Stow, restrain and cover every load so fresh fruit, vegetables and packaging arrive without loss, bruising or damage.
• Reverse and position the truck safely at the loading dock, at each customer's receiving area and at the transport company's depot, including tight hospital, hotel and town sites.
• Load and unload cartons, crates and pallets using the tail-lift, pallet jack and other lifting equipment, following safe manual handling and workplace safety rules at the warehouse and at every drop.
• Deliver orders on time to the hospital, the correctional centre, the casino, hotels, schools, aged care facilities, supermarkets, cafes and restaurants across Alice Springs, working to each customer's delivery window.
• Deliver outback community orders to the transport company before its departure times, with the paperwork it needs to carry them on.
• Check the goods with each customer on arrival, have the delivery docket signed, and bring back signed dockets, returns and any short or damaged items for the office to process.
• Record trip details and deliveries accurately, and keep the warehouse team and management informed of delays, changes or customer issues during the run.
• Help the warehouse team receive, sort and store incoming stock when not on the road, keeping the dock and loading area clean and safe.
• Keep the truck clean and tidy inside and out, and follow food handling and hygiene practices when moving fresh produce.
• Represent the business professionally with customers, deal with delivery queries politely, and pass on new orders or feedback to the office.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 1 year of experience as a heavy vehicle truck driver, ideally in food, produce or multi-drop delivery.
• AQF Certificate II or III in Driving Operations or a related transport qualification, or at least 1 year of relevant work experience in place of the qualification.
• A current Australian heavy vehicle driver licence, HR class or higher (MC preferred), and a good driving record. A forklift licence is an advantage.

Hours: 38 hours per week - Full-time

Salary: $65,000 to $75,000 plus superannuation per annum

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who is:

• Reliable and punctual, and comfortable with early morning starts on a rostered seven-day operation.
• Safety-conscious, with care for the vehicle, the load and other road users.
• Organised and accurate with orders, dockets and paperwork.
• Physically fit for regular loading and unloading.
• Friendly and clear when dealing with customers and the warehouse team.
• Able to work alone on the road and as part of a busy team.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the right role for you, please send your resume along with a cover letter that addresses the key criteria above. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

To be considered for this role you will need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.