Platform and Float Operators

About the Company:

K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria. 

About Heavy Haulage

Heavy Haulage is a division of K&S Freighters, specialising in the transportation of oversized, over mass freight solutions, special projects, equipment storage and port logistics. Every project we undertake is managed by our expert project’s teams, committed to excellence and precision.

The Role

We’re on the lookout for mechanically minded Heavy Haulage Platform and Float Operators to join our team. These roles involve the safe and efficient transport of oversized, over-dimensional and heavy loads.

If you take pride in your driving, understand heavy haulage compliance, and enjoy working with complex loads, these roles will be suited to you!

Responsibilities:

Maintain a strong customer-focused approach, supported by clear and effective communication

Safe loading and unloading of various machines.

Understanding and compliance with oversize, over-mass, and over-height permits

Operating a modern, well-maintained fleet

Strong adherence to effectively manage fatigue

Maintenance of high-level housekeeping

You will bring:

Valid MC licence

Basic mechanical aptitude will be highly regarded

Excellent communication skills with ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

A thorough understanding of permit requirements and compliance with fatigue management standards

Strong commitment to safety and compliance

Good communication skills and a positive can-do attitude

Why join us:

Strong pay rates + allowances

Reliable pay and consistent work

Look smart while you work – Company uniform provided

Novated car lease option

On the job training provided

Novated Lease option available after one years’ service

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Recognition and Rewards Program

24/7 Wellness Support – Employee Assistance Program

Corporate Health Plan Discount

Growth and Development of team members

Multi divisional career pathways

Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace

Stable ASX listed, multi-modal business with 80 years of industry history

If you're a team player with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and embraces every opportunity to learn we are keen to hear from you.

We foster a warm supportive culture grounded in our values: Safety, Customer Service, People and Community and Innovation.

To uphold our core value of “Everybody Safe Everyday” a pre-employment medical and police check will be required to be successful in this role.

Apply today or call Clive for a confidential conversation on 0438 976 779. Alternatively, feel free to text if you’re reaching outside of standard work hours or on a weekend, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. Our goal is to simplify the process, making it as seamless as possible for you.