Driver

Team Global Express is seeking multiple HR Drivers to join our Townsville team on a permanent full-time basis.

This is a hands-on local Pick-Up & Delivery (PUD) role, ideal for drivers who enjoy being active, working with customers and being part of a busy transport operation.

You'll work Monday to Friday, with start times generally between 6:00 AM and 7:30 AM. Overtime may be available depending on operational requirements.

About the Role

As an HR Driver, you'll be responsible for completing local pick-ups and deliveries throughout the Townsville area, ensuring freight reaches our customers safely and on time.

This is a physically active role involving hands-on freight work, so you'll need to be comfortable getting in and out of the truck regularly and assisting with the movement and handling of freight.

What You'll Do

• Operate an HR vehicle to complete local PUD runs throughout Townsville.
  
• Complete scheduled customer deliveries and pick-ups within required timeframes.
  
• Undertake hands-on freight handling and unloading as required.
  
• Safely restrain loads using straps, chains and other approved equipment.
  
• Complete daily vehicle pre-start checks and report defects.
  
• Maintain your vehicle and work areas in a clean and presentable condition.
  
• Follow all WHS, Chain of Responsibility and company safety requirements.
  
• Report hazards, incidents and near misses in accordance with company procedures.
  
• Provide professional and friendly service to customers.
  
• Work collaboratively with the depot and operations team to keep freight moving.
  

What You'll Bring

• A current and valid HR Driver Licence.
  
• Previous Pick-Up & Delivery (PUD) experience is highly regarded.
  
• Previous experience in transport, freight or logistics.
  
• Comfortable undertaking hands-on and physically demanding work.
  
• Good knowledge of the Townsville area and surrounding suburbs.
  
• Sound understanding of load restraint and safe freight handling.
  
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
  
• Good communication and customer service skills.
  
• Ability to work independently while being a strong team player.
  
• Full Australian working rights.
  

What We Offer

• Permanent Full-Time employment
  
• Monday to Friday roster
  
• 6:00 AM–7:30 AM start window
  
• Overtime opportunities based on business requirements.
  
• Local PUD work – get out on the road and interact with customers.
  
• Stable employment with one of Australia's leading transport and logistics businesses.
  
• Supportive depot and operations team.
  

Ready to Join Team Global Express?

If you're an experienced HR Driver who knows Townsville, enjoys PUD work and doesn't mind getting hands-on with freight, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today and join the Team Global Express Townsville team.

About Team Global Express

Team Global Express (TGE) is an Australian-owned transport and logistics business delivering to Australia and New Zealand. We’re not only transforming our operations but striving towards changing the logistics industry and becoming an Environmental, Social, and Governance leader by 2030. To learn more about our story, visit https://teamglobalexp.com/.

Why TGE

We care about our customers, our people, and our planet. We are always innovating and improving our services. We are driven by passion and purpose, and we never stop.

What we offer

• Competitive salary above industry standards

• Upskilling, training, mentoring and more to support your career development journey

• Fun and practical employee perks and discounts

• Flexible work, including work from home

• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers

• Peer recognition awards acknowledge when you go above and beyond.

An inclusive workplace, works for everyone

We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply. Team Global Express acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia and the Māori, as tangata whenua and Treaty of Waitangi partners in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Our recruitment process

Applying for a job starts with an online application form, from there you may be invited to complete an online assessment followed by a virtual or in person interview. The last step is undergoing pre-employment checks, which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment including fitness to work and drug & alcohol screening.

Other things to note

• When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the recruitment process.

• During the recruitment process, please keep an eye on your junk emails and spam folders for updates.

• TGE is listed as one of LinkedIn’s Top Companies of 2023 and 2024 in Australia.