The Livestock, Bulk and Rural Carriers Association of NSW has a history of encouraging commitment and dedication in young people in rural transport and has announced the latest batch of young achievers.
Each year since 2015 SafeWork NSW has supported the LBRCA Young Driver of the Year Award to highlight outstanding dedication and commitment by young heavy vehicle drivers aged between 21-35 years to driving and safety.
The Award plays an important role in encouraging and promoting the positive achievements of young drivers as well as showcasing the livestock, bulk, and rural heavy vehicle transport sector as a viable and rewarding career choice.
Inaugural recipient of the Award and the current Award Chair Reggie Sutton said the LBRCA is proud to be developing our future leaders.
“Young people are the key to Australia’s transport industry future, and we must encourage and inspire them to share their perspectives and solutions now,” said Reggie. “I congratulate each of the finalists and wish them the best of luck on Friday 27 May 2022 when a winner is announced in conjunction with the LBRCA annual conference in Wagga.”
The winner will be awarded an industry study tour to the value of $5,000 to America, New Zealand or Western Australia, represent LBRCA young drivers and be a safety ambassador for Safework NSW.
The finalists for the SafeWork NSW Young Driver of the Year are:
Hayden Young, Hehir’s Transport
Hayden is well-respected for his calm nature and passion for his job. Hayden is currently driving a PBS A-double tipper combination throughout regional NSW and Victoria.
James Papworth, Martins Stock Haulage
James Papworth, 26, is a valued team member at Martins Stock Haulage and is responsible for the cartage of livestock from saleyards to properties and feedlots as well as exit cattle from feedlots to the many processing plants located between southern NSW and south-east Qld.
Zoe Bunning, Hy-Tec Concrete and Aggregates
Zoe can operate agitator trucks, batch concrete, drive front end loaders and drive B-double tankers making her highly respected by both her peers and clients.
Simon Russell, Maloney Livestock Transport
Simon is regarded for his good stockman-ship and dogmanship skills as well as for his initiative and willingness to develop greater knowledge to give back to industry.
Look out for more information about the contenders for the LBRCA Young Driver of the Year Award and other initiatives to encourage young people into our industry in the coming weeks in PowerTorque.
