Livestock Truck Driver

Just Automotive Recruitment
Toowoomba, QLD
A$180,000 p/a + allowances
Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics → Road Transport
Full-time
On-site

Posted 15 hours ago


Livestock Truck Driver - Toowoomba, QLD

  • Potential earnings up to $180k including KM rate and allowances
  • Depots in Toowoomba, Roma, Dubbo, Wagga Wagga + more - no preference on location
  • MC license and/or livestock experience preferred, not essential - training provided for the right candidate

About the company
With over 30 years of experience, this family-owned business provides reliable livestock transport across NSW & QLD. They use modern trucks and technology to ensure safe, timely deliveries while prioritizing animal welfare.

About the role
Hit the road in a modern Kenworth, moving sheep and cattle across regional Australia. You’ll load from saleyards and deliver to feedlots and abattoirs—earning great money along the way. If you love working with livestock and don’t mind nights away, this one’s for you!

Duties

  • Load and unload sheep and cattle (primarily sheep).
  • Operate B-double and A-double road trains.
  • Drive modern manual 18-speed Kenworth trucks (mainly cab-overs and T610 models).
  • Transport livestock from saleyards to feedlots and abattoirs.
  • Spend approximately 10 nights away from home each fortnight.
  • Perform basic roadside maintenance, including changing tyres.
  • Handle livestock with care, including accurate counting.
  • Work closely with animals; having working dogs is welcomed but not required.

Skills and experience

  • Physically fit and comfortable working with livestock.
  • Strong attention to detail, especially when handling and counting animals.
  • Livestock experience is highly regarded—licence upgrades can be supported.
  • Truck driving experience is welcome—training provided for livestock handling.
  • Valid driver's licence and clean driving history.
  • Must pass a full medical, including drug and alcohol testing.
  • Q Fever vaccination required (or willingness to get vaccinated).

Benefits

  • Earn up to $150K–$180K per year inc KM rates and allowances
  • Modern Kenworth trucks
  • Steady year-round work
  • Bring your dogs!
  • Licence upgrade support
  • New to livestock? No problem!

How to Apply
If you are interested in joining a successful business for this fantastic full-time position, please send us your resume today.

Not the job you are after? For more Truck Driver jobs or other automotive jobs, please see our website: www.justautomotiverecruitment.com.au


About Just Automotive Recruitment

Regency Park, SA, Australia

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