Truck Driver
ABOUT US
Dahlsens Family Group of Companies is a proud, long-standing partner to Australia’s builders, from local trades and serious renovators to large-scale residential and commercial projects. As an Australian family owned and run business, we are committed to supporting the industry and the communities we serve.
We offer a true whole-of-house solution, supporting the build from the ground up - from wall frames and trusses through to doors, hardware, windows, roofing, kitchens, bathrooms, and lifestyle cabinetry. We are here to make building simpler, smarter, and more reliable.
With a legacy dating back to 1877, we continue to evolve, helping builders get the job done right and this is just the beginning.
ABOUT THE ROLE
- Fyshwick – Australian Capital Territory
- Full-time permanent opportunity + attractive hourly rate + super + working with an awesome team
- Free uniform and safety boots reimbursement provided up to $120.00
- Be part of a 145 year old organisation that puts its people first and has their best interests at heart
As a Truck Driver at Dahlsens Fyshwick, you are a brand ambassador for our business across the Canberra region. You will deliver timber, building products and other merchandise to our trade customers and building sites, using a crane truck rated up to 10 tonnes to place loads safely and accurately on site. The role suits someone who takes ownership of their day, manages their time well, and brings a strong safety-first mindset to every load.
Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will manage your schedule to ensure full loads, communicate any delivery changes directly with customers, and assess each site for safety before unloading. When required, you'll unload by hand or in tandem with another team member, and from time to time help out in the yard between runs.
This is a hands-on, customer-facing driving role for someone who is reliable, presentable, and takes pride in their truck, their driving record and the service they deliver.
RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE
- Driving and operating Dahlsens vehicles and the 10-tonne crane truck in a safe, compliant and roadworthy manner at all times
- Delivering timber, building products and other merchandise to trade customers across the ACT and surrounds, on time and in full
- Operating the truck-mounted crane (up to 10 tonnes) to place product safely and accurately on building sites
- Loading and securing product safely for transport, and unloading by hand or in tandem with another team member when required
- Assessing each site for safety and hazards before accessing, loading or unloading goods
- Reconciling loads against run sheets to ensure goods are accurately accounted for and checked off
- Communicating any delivery changes proactively to customers and the Branch Manager
- Completing daily, weekly and monthly vehicle and crane condition and inspection reports, reporting defects and tagging out plant as required
- Assisting in the yard when needed or directed by the Branch Manager
- Manual handling of timber, plasterboard and other building materials (lifting up to 25kg, occasionally up to 40kg in a dual lift)
- Reporting hazards, near misses and incidents promptly via Donesafe
- Living the 'Our Circle of Care' principles – See, Say, Listen, Stop – and looking out for the safety of yourself, your team, our customers and the community
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Current Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver's Licence (mandatory)
- Current Crane Licence (up to 10 tonnes) (mandatory)
- Current Forklift Licence (LF) (preferred)
- Construction Induction Card (White Card) (mandatory)
- Clean and untarnished driving record with no current infringements
- Minimum 3 years' experience as a driver, ideally delivering timber, building materials or similar product
- Demonstrated experience operating a truck-mounted crane on building sites
- Strong customer service ethic, with the ability to build rapport and represent Dahlsens professionally on site
- Clear communication skills, in person and over the phone
- Confident working autonomously, managing your schedule and your day on the road
- Physically capable of bending, lifting, balancing, kneeling, crouching and carrying – including lifting up to 25kg (and up to 40kg in a dual lift) throughout the day
- A team player who is reliable, energetic, takes initiative and is committed to working safely every day
RECRUITMENT AGENCIES
We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us or any Dahlsens team member about this role. We're managing this recruitment directly and aren't seeking agency support at this time.
PERKS
- Take a day off on your Birthday & still get paid for it (subject to eligibility).
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family members.
- Uniform provided so you can look the part when customer facing.
- Access to our awesome reward and benefits platform with cashback discounts at over 400 retailers such as Adidas, Woolworths, Coles, Ikea, Woolworths, Myer, Rebel Sports + more!
- Team member discounts may be available (T&C may apply).
- Be part of something strong, we really are growing together.
- Your contribution is valued and celebrated; the company culture lives this.
- Work with a great bunch of friendly people who want to see you succeed.
