Public Health Mobile Unit Driver

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Sydney; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a Public Health Mobile Unit Driver to operate mobile clinics across the province. The role includes transporting vaccines and specimens, assisting clients, and supporting clinic setup and teardown with strict IPAC guidelines.

The position is casual relief (3%) in the Eastern Zone with travel across Nova Scotia as required. Valid NS Class 5 license with clean abstract is essential; defensive driving is a plus.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education is required.
• Must hold a Nova Scotia Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving abstract in the past five years.
• Defensive driving course is an asset.
• Familiarity with vehicles used and their operation.
• Knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous Goods by Ground is an asset.
• Ability to work safely in noisy, dusty, or congested conditions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Public Health Mobile Unit vans and support clinic setup/tear down.
• Assist clients, deliver supplies, equipment, vaccines, and specimens.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies; perform post-immunization observation.
• Monitor vehicle maintenance and report issues; travel across Nova Scotia as needed.
• Follow Infection Prevention and Control guidelines.

Skills

Grade 12

Driver’s license (Nova Scotia Class 5)

5 years driving experience

Defensive driving course

Vehicle familiarity

Transportation of Dangerous Goods by G

Independent worker

Customer-focused

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Grade 12

Job description

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Public Health Mobile Unit Driver - Public Health

Req ID: 226383
Location: Eastern Zone, Flexible Within the Zone
Department: PH Mobile Unit
Type of Employment: Casual Relief(3%) x 1
Union: NSGEU SupportPosition
Posting Closing Date: 24-Sep-26

About the Opportunity

The Public Health Mobile Unit (PHMU) Driver is part of the collaborative health care team, responsible for the safe operation of the service provision vans. The role may include assisting clients, delivery of supplies, equipment, vaccines, and specimens, set up and tear down of clinic and workspaces, following Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) guidelines, prepare and maintain an inventory of equipment and supplies, provide post-immunization observation, monitor, and support vehicle maintenance, as well as other support functions. The PHMU Driver is a provincial role thus travel across Nova Scotia may be required.

The Public Health Mobile Unit (PHMU) is a collaborative team of healthcare professionals who travel across the province to support a wide range of Public Health initiatives, like vaccination programs, testing for communicable diseases, responding to public health emergencies, and health system navigation. PHMU does this by delivering community-based clinics, working closely with partners and reaching people who face structural, systemic or geographical barriers to accessing healthcare.

Public Health is committed to hiring a diverse workforce that recognizes and celebrates the contributions, perspectives, experiences, and community relationships applicants who are Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ bring to our work. When applying for this position, we welcome you to share this in your cover letter.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Successful completion of Grade 12
• Must have a valid Nova Scotia Class 5 driver’s license with minimum 5 years driving experience with a clean driving abstract with the past five years
• Completion of a defensive driving course is an asset
• Familiarity with vehicles used and their operation
• Trained in “Transportation of Dangerous Goods by Ground” an asset
• Must be able to work in an environment that is at times, adverse. For example, noise; dust and fumes may be present. May be exposed to prevailingweather conditions and congested traffic.
• While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent must exercise care and judgement, with priorities being safety, courtesy, and common driving sense.
• Ability to work independently and function as part of a team
• Customer-focused, comfortable with diverse communities
• Ability to work and adapt in a constantly changing environment, which includes receiving work assignments at short notice within a variety of settings

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Casual relief, no guaranteed hours
• Shifts may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Compensation and Benefits

$23.07 - $25.16 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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