About the Business
Our client, Ron Finemore Transport (RFT), is a nationally recognised and regionally based transport and logistics business servicing the Eastern States of Australia. Since its establishment in 2004, RFT has grown into a leading industry presence, employing over 910 people and operating a fleet of 310 trucks.
With a strong foundation of values, RFT is committed to delivering safe, cost-effective, and reliable transportation of food and fuel products to support regional industries and communities. Their dedicated team takes pride in upholding a reputation for excellence in service and community contribution.
This is a unique opportunity for a passionate and experienced individual to advance their career in driver training with a leading transport company. Based at our state-of-the-art facility in Orange, NSW, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing driver performance and safety standards, supporting a team of over 100 drivers across the Central West region of NSW.
What makes working at Ron Finemore Transport so great?
- Excellent payrates and great employment conditions.
- Can make extra income from picking up driving shifts.
- Opportunity to save tax on pre salary purchases of cars, mobile phones etc. through our salary sacrifice packages
- Discounts at leading retailers like Harvey Norman, Supercheap, BCF, JB HiFi etc.
- Great wellbeing programs to stay fit and healthy
About You
You’re calm and easy to talk to, with great people skills. You know how to meet people where they’re at, give them the support they need, and be firm when it’s called for. You care about the transport industry and want to see others succeed, just like you have.
You handle pressure well and work with others to solve problems and get things done. You’re down-to-earth, understand what it takes to do the job right, and want to help build a strong, safe, and successful team that positively impacts the industry and the community.
Your skills and experience for this role need to include:
- Strong industry knowledge of WHS and COR (BFM/AFM) legislation.
- Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (or willingness to obtain).
- Minimum HC heavy vehicle licence, with MC driving experience preferred.
- Proven experience in temperature-controlled (TC) work.
- A clean driving record and commitment to safety.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with drivers to achieve business outcomes.
- Proficient in using technology to support training and operational needs.
- Self-motivated, forward-thinking, and eager to embrace challenges.
- Capable of contributing to the improvement of systems and the working environment.
About the Role
In this role, you’ll focus on driver training, performance reviews, and recruiting new drivers. You’ll be part of a top-notch training team, using modern European prime movers and trailers with an average age of just over two years. Your job is to train and support our drivers, making sure they follow our values of safety, professionalism, and great customer service, helping Ron Finemore Transport stay successful.
Your responsibilities would include:
- Train, audit, and review driver skill levels to ensure their top performance.
- Provide comprehensive safety training for drivers, focusing on procedures and compliance.
- Maintain and update driver training and assessment records.
- Monitor adherence to driver safety and regulatory standards.
- Conduct driver recruitment interviews and assessments.
- Perform company inductions for new drivers.
- Ensure all truck permits are up-to-date and compliant.
- Perform driving runs in peak periods to assist the team.
- Ensure all activities are carried out safely, accurately, and in line with legislative, company, and customer requirements.
- Attend Customer sites in both Sydney and Central NSW regularly
This is a permanent, full-time role reporting to the Driver Training Lead, and is based at our client’s site at Orange, NSW.
To apply: Attach your Resume and Cover Letter addressing the above criteria, explaining why you would be a good fit for this role.