Job Description

Symons Clark Logistics is a 150-year-old, family owned, Port Adelaide based transport and logistics company. Our experience brings with it premium wharf cartage and container transport services, with a focus on providing customers with complete logistics solutions including warehousing, container pack/unpack, distribution, over-dimensional, heavy haulage, project logistics and Australia wide bulk haulage.

The Trainer and Assessor - Heavy Vehicle/ High Risk is a critical role within our Learning and Development (L&D) team, responsible for ensuring the professional growth and compliance of our Heavy Vehicle Operators. You will responsible for delivering in-cab and classroom training, assessing theoretical knowledge, practical driving skills, and operational competence.

What you will be doing…

• Delivering comprehensive training and assessments for Heavy Vehicle (HV) operators.
• Conducting driver evaluations and upskilling operators on specific vehicles and equipment.
• Providing targeted coaching and mentoring to support HV licensing upgrades and refresher training.
• Conducting competency assessments for HV and High-Risk Operators (e.g., Forklift).
• Collaborating with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to maintain compliance with RTO standards.
• Supporting incident investigations through targeted training in areas such as Load Restraint and Chain of Responsibility.
• Documenting training activities accurately and contributing to the improvement of training materials.

Do you have…

• Demonstrated experience in the transport industry, with strong operational expertise
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
• An MC Licence (unrestricted), with extensive demonstrated driving experience.
• A valid Forklift Licence.
• A deep understanding of Road Rules, Workplace Health and Safety, and Heavy Vehicle (HV) National Legislation.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities, ensuring the efficient delivery of tasks and training.

Additional Information…

• Successful applicants will be required to complete a Pre-Employment Medical/ Fit to Drive Medical, Drug and Alcohol Screening and Police Check.
• We will provide all relevant onsite training.

Do you align with Symons Clark Logistics values?

• Respect – We respect each other and those around us.
• Accountability – We are accountable for our actions and results including everyone’s safety.
• Integrity – We always act with honesty and will do what we say.
• Persistence – We work hard with urgency to make it happen.
• Passion – We have pride and believe in everything we do.

Why it’s great to work with Symons Clark Logistics…

• We provide career development opportunities, we believe in supporting, training, and developing our talented employees.
• Enjoy being part of a fun and flexible work culture.
• Be supported by mentors who value your input in finding new and improved ways to achieve success.
• Enjoy a varied work experience, where each day is different and exciting from one day to the next.
• We are a steadily growing market leader in South Australia with a proud history and at a time of embarking on several exciting changes.

We really want you to be able to shine in the application process, successfully demonstrating your strengths - as such we are happy to be flexible around our process.

At Symons Clark Logistics we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, we celebrate and value diversity as we know it strengthens and adds value to our dedicated workforce.

As we step into the future of Transport and Logistics, we are committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity; we encourage women, people of

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, and people with disability to apply.

Please join us in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. Apply today and be part of a team that values your unique contribution.

Interested in finding out more or have a specific question?

• Please email peopleandculture@symonsclark.com.au

Interested in applying?

• Click on the ‘Apply’ button.
• Send a Resume detailing your relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.