Truck Driver Job in Australia

August 9, 2026

Job Overview

  • Date Posted
    August 9, 2026
  • Location
  • Expiration date
    December 7, 2026

Job Description

The Truck Driver Job in Australia with G.James Glass and Aluminium at Townsville Windows & Doors is a full-time permanent opportunity involving dispatch support, loading and unloading products, and safe, timely deliveries to job sites. Candidates need proven truck-driving experience and a current manual MR/HR licence, along with safety awareness, reliability, communication, and physical capability for manual handling. The role offers a 38-hour work week, monthly paid RDO, free parking, 7% BUPA health cover, Employee Assistance Program access, training, and career development opportunities.

Truck Driver Job Details

  • Job Title: Truck Driver
  • Company: G.James Glass and Aluminium
  • Workplace: Townsville Windows & Doors
  • Location: Townsville, Australia
  • Employment: Full-time, permanent
  • Start: Immediate start available
  • Working Week: 38 hours
  • RDO: Monthly paid RDO
  • Licence: Current manual MR/HR licence
  • Salary: Not specified by the employer

The vacancy does not state an exact salary. For general reference only, Indeed reported an Australian truck-driver average of A$39.11 per hour, based on 2,900 reported salaries and updated July 20, 2026. This is not the advertised G.James rate and should not be treated as the job’s confirmed pay.

Truck Driver Responsibilities

The Truck Driver will support the dispatch team by helping load and unload products and ensuring goods are delivered safely and on time to different job sites.

The position requires a strong commitment to safe work practices and reliable delivery operations. The successful candidate will also work hands-on with the dispatch team whenever required, helping maintain an efficient workflow.

Requirements and Skills

G.James is looking for someone who takes pride in their work and values teamwork, safety, reliability, and customer service. Candidates should have proven truck-driving experience and hold a current manual MR or HR licence.

Important requirements and skills include:

  • Proven truck-driving experience
  • Current manual MR/HR licence
  • Strong safety focus
  • Ability to perform manual handling and occasional heavy lifting
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Ability to follow directions
  • Clear communication skills
  • Customer-first approach
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Ability to work hands-on with dispatch and deliveries

Benefits of the Truck Driver Job

The position provides a full-time permanent opportunity with ongoing work and an immediate start available. Employees will work a 38-hour week with a monthly paid RDO.

Other benefits listed by G.James include:

  • Free onsite parking
  • 7% BUPA corporate health cover
  • TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program
  • Well-maintained vehicles
  • Strong workplace safety focus
  • All training provided
  • Ongoing employee development
  • Career progression opportunities

These conditions are designed to support both workplace safety and long-term employee development.

About G.James Group

G.James Glass and Aluminium is described as a leading Australian family-owned company with more than 1,800 employees nationwide. The company highlights quality, stability, and investment in its people.

The opportunity is part of Townsville Windows & Doors and provides a pathway to work within the glass and aluminium industry. G.James states that it will continue supporting employee development and career progression.

The company is also celebrating 109 years in 2026, describing itself as a true Australian success story.

Application and Employment Information

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter for consideration. G.James states that successful candidates will complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening.

G.James is an equal opportunity employer. The company also states that no agency applications will be accepted.

Candidates can learn more through the company’s website: G.James

Disclaimer

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