Driver/Dockhand

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