Location: Launceston, TAS (office based in the Launceston area)
Industry: Civil construction and roadworks
Family-owned business

Are you an experienced truck driver who takes pride in safe, reliable and quality work? Want to be part of a close-knit team that values craftsmanship, good humour and getting the job done right? If that sounds like you, keep reading.

About us

We are Quickseal, a family-run Tasmanian company based in Launceston, delivering precision and professionalism across asphalt and bitumen works. From residential driveways to large-scale civil and municipal projects, we take pride in doing the job right: safely, efficiently and with care.

We have built our reputation on integrity, reliability and attention to detail. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced truck driver to join our crew and help keep our projects moving across the residential, commercial and civil sectors.

About you

You are a capable and safety-conscious driver who knows the importance of reliability and teamwork. You are comfortable operating heavy vehicles, loading and unloading materials, and keeping equipment in top shape. You have a good sense of direction, a solid work ethic, and you enjoy being part of a team that knows how to work hard and have a laugh while doing it.

Licence requirements

• Current and valid Heavy Combination (HC) driver’s licence
• Experience driving a heavy vehicle with a crash gearbox (crash box)
• Demonstrated experience transporting heavy machinery, road construction equipment and materials
• Knowledge of load restraint requirements, heavy vehicle road rules and transport safety procedures
• Ability to complete pre-start vehicle inspections and ensure the truck and trailer are safe and roadworthy

Key duties and responsibilities

• Safely transport asphalt pavers, profilers (road milling machines), rollers and other road construction machinery to and from project sites
• Transport equipment, attachments, tools and materials between depots, asphalt plants and work sites
• Load, unload and secure machinery and equipment in line with load restraint requirements and company procedures
• Operate truck and trailer combinations safely, complying with road transport legislation and site access requirements
• Coordinate equipment deliveries and collections with supervisors, operators and site personnel to meet project schedules
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections, report defects and keep all vehicle and transport documentation up to date
• Assist with site setup, machinery positioning and general duties linked to delivering and collecting equipment, where required
• Maintain a high standard of safety, professionalism and communication while travelling and working on construction sites
• Comply with workplace health and safety requirements, traffic management procedures and site-specific safety instructions

Why work with us?

• Consistent, reliable work
• Supportive, down-to-earth team
• Well-maintained trucks and equipment
• Safe work practices are our top priority
• Variety of work across different projects and locations
• Be part of a trusted local business that values hard work and loyalty

How to apply

Sound like a great fit? Send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your driving experience to admin@quickseal.com.au, or complete our Application Form and enter “HC Truck Driver” as the position.

Don’t see a role that fits right now? We’re always keen to hear from people who plan ahead, do what’s right and let their work do the talking.

Send us your details through our Application Form and we’ll keep them on file for future positions.