733111-Truck Driver (General)˜

ANZSCO code: 
733111
Job Title: 

Truck Driver (General)˜

Job Description: 

Drives a heavy truck, requiring a specially endorsed class of licence, to transport bulky goods. Registration or licensing is required.

Specializations: 

Cement Mixer Driver ,Compactor Driver (Rubbish Collection) ,Haulpak Driver ,Kaitaraiwa Taraka (NZ),Livestock Haulier ,Logging Truck Driver ,Road Train Driver ,Tilt Tray Driver

Tasks: 
  • manoeuvring vehicles into position for loading and unloading
  • loading and unloading vehicles using lifting and tipping devices
  • observing safety requirements when loading and unloading vehicles
  • making regular quality checks of vehicles to ensure they can be driven safely
  • estimating weights to comply with load limitations and ensuring safe distribution of weight
  • ensuring goods are stowed and securely covered to prevent loss and damage
  • verifying loading documents, checking condition of goods and obtaining certification of deliveries
Job Group: 

4

Skills: 

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia

AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand

NZ Register Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Registration or licensing is required.

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Source Of Info: 

Reference Australian Bureau of Statistics
1220.0 - ANZSCO -- Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, 2013, Version 1.879