Transport Driver

HammondCare; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

EAP

Exclusive discounts

Retail & tech benefits

Job summary

HammondCare’s Independent Living Units in Miranda, NSW is seeking a Transport Driver on a permanent part-time basis (3 days per week – Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday).

You will provide transport services to residents for appointments, shopping and outings, while delivering excellent customer service with a friendly, patient demeanour on busy roads.

Qualifications

• Current NSW Driver’s Licence (Class C-Car) and a safe driving record.
• Available Tue, Wed, Thu; 8:00am–4:00pm.
• Clean driving record essential.
• Experience in transporting frail, aged or vulnerable people is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of empathy, compassion and patience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Senior First Aid Certificate desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide driving transport for residents to appointments, shopping and outings.
• Maintain records of transport journeys and document trips.
• Assist residents with transfers when required, following safe work practices.
• Foster harmony and positive relationships with residents.
• Ensure vehicle maintenance and safety checks are performed.

Skills

Driving

Customer service

Communication

Empathy

Patience

Teamwork

Education

Senior First Aid Certificate

NSW Driver’s Licence Class C

Job description

HammondCare’s Independent Living Units at Miranda, NSW is seeking a Transport Driver permanent part-time (3 days per week – Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)

Provide driving services to our residents to take them to appointments, shopping and outings. This role would suit a compassionate, patient individual who enjoys providing excellent customer service with a friendly, positive attitude, and is confident driving on busy roads.

Essence of the Role

• Providing Driving transport to our residents to attend various locations and events
• Fostering a spirit of harmony and friendship and maintaining a good relationship with our residents
• Assisting residents with transfers if required while following safe work practices
• Maintaining records of transport journeys and documenting trips
• Ensuring maintenance of vehicle

Benefits

• Salary packaging options – up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, plus an additional $2,650 for meals and entertainment
• Fitness Passport – access to gyms, pools, and group classes for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free, confidential counselling and wellbeing resources
• Exclusive discounts – including savings with MyCar (servicing, repairs, tyres)
• Retail and tech benefits – special offers with JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys, Optus, Dell, and Samsung

About You

• Commitment to engage and align with HammondCare’s Christian Mission, Motivation and Mission in Action.
• A current NSW Driver’s Licence (Class C-Car licence) and safe driving record (LR licence desirable). Prepared to undertake the Driver Assessment Test if required
• Available Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday; 8:00am – 4:00pm
• Clean driving record essential
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Health and/or Aged Care Sectors, with experience in transporting frail, aged and / or vulnerable people desirable but not essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of empathy, compassion, and patience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Senior First Aid Certificate desirable

For more information please contact [e-mail]

All short-listed applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, NDIS Workers Clearance check, and medical assessment.

Our Talent Acquisition team and Hiring Managers kindly request no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. HammondCare isn’t responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes