Long Distance Driver

Role summary

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The Long Distance Driver role involves transporting freight safely and reliably across extended routes in Australia, completing vehicle inspections, managing delivery documentation and maintaining accurate trip records. Applicants generally need a suitable heavy-vehicle licence, a strong driving history and experience operating trucks on long-distance routes. Knowledge of fatigue-management requirements, chain-of-responsibility laws and workplace health and safety is important. The successful candidate is expected to be dependable, safety-focused and physically capable of loading or securing freight when required. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, public holidays and extended shifts is likely, along with professional communication, good time management and the ability to work independently.

About the employer

Qantas Road Express Pty Ltd, trading in connection with the Qantas group’s road transport operations, provides road freight and logistics services supporting the movement of goods within Australia. Its work helps connect airports, terminals, warehouses and customers, complementing Qantas’ broader aviation and freight network. The company’s operations depend on reliable drivers, vehicle maintenance, careful scheduling and strict compliance with transport, fatigue-management and safety regulations. As part of a major Australian aviation group, employees may work in an operational environment where punctuality, security, customer service and teamwork are highly valued. The Long Distance Driver position is suited to someone seeking a practical transport career with a well-known Australian organisation and who is comfortable spending significant periods on the road.

Working in Australia

Australia offers opportunities in transport, aviation, logistics, mining, healthcare, construction, hospitality and technology. Long-distance driving work is particularly common between major cities, ports, distribution centres and regional communities. Australian workplace culture is generally informal, direct and strongly focused on safety, punctuality and personal responsibility. Lifestyle varies from busy urban centres such as Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane to quieter regional towns, with excellent beaches, outdoor activities and generally high living costs in major cities. Work rights depend on nationality and visa type. Common options include employer-sponsored visas, skilled visas, working holiday visas and student visas with work limits. Heavy-vehicle driving may require state-specific licensing and is not automatically eligible for migration sponsorship. Check current requirements with the Department of Home Affairs and the relevant state transport authority before relocating.