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Team Global Express is seeking a reliable Driver / Dockhand to join the Launceston Air Freight team on a full-time afternoon shift (38 hours per week): Mon to Thu 1:30 pm to 9:00 pm and Fri 1:00 pm to 8:30 pm. This hands-on role covers local deliveries and pickups, loading and unloading freight, forklift operation, and warehouse and dock duties to support air freight operations. Essential: LF forklift licence; MR licence or willingness to obtain; experience in driving, warehousing or freight; strong safety mindset and teamwork. ASIC eligibility and passing security/background checks are required. We offer $29.23 per hour plus super, 17.5% afternoon shift allowance where applicable, plus ongoing training. Apply online, complete assessments if invited, and expect pre-employment checks; provide pronouns and any adjustments.

Team Global Express (TGE) is one of Australia's leading transport and logistics companies, delivering across Australia and New Zealand. We invest in our people and provide opportunities to build long-term careers.

About the Role

We're looking for a reliable Driver / Dockhand to join our Air Freight team in Launceston.

This is a full-time permanent afternoon shift role working 38 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 1:30pm – 9:00pm, and Friday 1:00pm – 8:30pm.

In this hands-on role, you'll complete local deliveries and pickups, load and unload freight, operate a forklift, and help keep our air freight operation running safely and efficiently.

What You'll Do

• Complete local deliveries and pickups

• Load and unload freight

• Operate a forklift

• Assist with warehouse and dock duties

• Prepare freight for air transport

• Complete vehicle and equipment checks

• Follow safety and aviation security procedures

• Work as part of a busy team to meet daily deadlines

What You'll Bring

• LF Forklift Licence (essential)

• MR Licence (desirable) or willingness to obtain

• Experience in driving, warehousing or freight (preferred)

• Strong focus on safety

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Reliable with a positive attitude

Why Join Us?

• $29.2270 per hour + super

• 17.5% afternoon shift allowance for applicable PM hours

• Ongoing training and career development

• Employee discounts and benefits

• Supportive team environment

• Opportunities to grow within the business

Aviation Requirements

As this role is based within an air freight operation, you'll need to:

• Be able to obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)

• Pass the required security and background checks

• Comply with CASA, CISC and aviation security requirements

About Team Global Express

Team Global Express (TGE) is an Australian-owned transport and logistics business delivering to Australia and New Zealand. We’re not only transforming our operations but striving towards changing the logistics industry and becoming an Environmental, Social, and Governance leader by 2030. To learn more about our story, visit https://teamglobalexp.com/.

Why TGE

We care about our customers, our people, and our planet. We are always innovating and improving our services. We are driven by passion and purpose, and we never stop.

What we offer

• Competitive salary above industry standards

• Upskilling, training, mentoring and more to support your career development journey

• Fun and practical employee perks and discounts

• Flexible work, including work from home

• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers

• Peer recognition awards acknowledge when you go above and beyond.

An inclusive workplace, works for everyone

We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply. Team Global Express acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia and the Māori, as tangata whenua and Treaty of Waitangi partners in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Our recruitment process

Applying for a job starts with an online application form, from there you may be invited to complete an online assessment followed by a virtual or in person interview. The last step is undergoing pre-employment checks, which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment including fitness to work and drug & alcohol screening.

Other things to note

• When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the recruitment process.

• During the recruitment process, please keep an eye on your junk emails and spam folders for updates.

• TGE is listed as one of LinkedIn’s Top Companies of 2023 and 2024 in Australia.