MC Driver / Operational Support Officer

Heart of Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Heart of Australia is seeking an MC Driver and Operational Support to operate our mobile clinic fleet. You will drive the state-of-the-art B-double truck to towns and communities, ensure safe setup, and support clinic operations across a flexible roster with 8-hour minimums away from base.

Ideally based near Brisbane, but willing to travel nationwide. Flights and accommodation arranged; role is casual with variable hours on roster including weekdays and weekends.

Qualifications

• Valid MC licence with a clean driving history.
• Proven driving experience, ideally 5+ years.
• Knowledge of load restraint and manual handling.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible, travel-ready with rural/remote experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive and deliver the mobile clinic truck and equipment to communities in a safe, timely manner.
• Park and set up the clinic at each location as required.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of the truck and trailers.
• Assist with operational duties during clinic hours as needed.
• Monitor for damage and coordinate repairs or routine servicing.
• Work across states of Australia and on rotation schedules.

Skills

Driving

Load restraint

Manual handling

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

MC licence (heavy vehicle)

Job description

About us

Heart of Australia embodies the most innovative approach to front-line specialist medical service delivery, specifically aiming to help Australian's whose lives are threatened by this nation's vast distances.

Our state of the art, custom engineered, mobile medical clinics have travelled many kilometres and saved many patients who are at risk remotely.

We are very proud of our exceptional service delivery and our strong reputation for safely and efficiently delivering our medical services in a timely and regular manner.

The role

As an MC Driver and Operational Support, you will be required to drive our brand new state-of-the-art mobile clinic (B-double) to various towns and communities. Working in collaboration with a Medical Support, you play a key role ensuring the truck is set up safely as a mobile clinic and packed down safely to drive to the next town.

This is a casual role, however, the hours can vary based on patient and client requirements. Typically, our rosters are 8/6 days and 16/12 days. You must be willing and able to travel and stay away from home working on a flexible roster across weekdays and weekends. You will be paid an hourly rate for a minimum of 8 hours per day when you are away from your home base on rotation. You must be willing to work across all states of Australia.

Ideally, the successful candidate will reside in or close to Brisbane, Perth or Darwin. All flights, travel and accommodation are organised by Heart of Australia while on rotation.

Key tasks

Personally drive and deliver the truck and it's equipment to communities and work sites in a safe and timely manner

Ensure the truck is parked and set up at each location accordingly

Clean, wash, and tidy both inside and outside of the prime mover and trailers (clinics)

Assist with operational duties during clinic hours as required

Ensure the prime mover and trailers are monitored and assessed for damage/maintenance and repairs daily and recorded/reported as appropriate

Minor and necessary repairs and maintenance of the truck/trailers/clinics

Other operational, clinicand non-administrativetasks and duties as required

About you

You will be committed to following all OHS regulations and, you will have the following:

Current and valid MC licence with a responsible driving history

Proven MC driving experience with a minimum of 5 years ideally

A good understanding of load restraint and manual handling knowledge

Hands on approach with the ability to problem solve and use initiative

Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage positively with patients and clients

The ability to work collaboratively within a team

Neat and professional presentation

Previous rural and remote MC driving experience is advantageous

Further information

You will be required to meet Heart of Australia's employment criteria which may include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical.

This is a unique and specialised role helping country Australian's access life-saving medicine in their own backyards - you'll be the one keeping our wheels turning!

To find out more about us, visit www.heartofaustralia.com