Casual Community Transport Driver – Gladstone

• Do you possess a caring nature and want to make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable people?
• $34.44 per hour – Ongoing casual position transporting our vulnerable clients to access appointments and other social activities.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday, starting from 07:00am. Flexibility is required with no weekend work.
• Experience within the Aged Care sector an advantage

CatholicCare Central Queensland is a large, vibrant, and highly regarded not-for-profit organisation providing a broad range of quality social services throughout the Catholic Diocese of Rockhampton. Guided by our Christian ethos and the principles of Catholic Social Justice, we are committed to inclusive service delivery and proudly welcome employees and clients of all religions, backgrounds, and beliefs.

CatholicCare provides transport services for eligible members of the community. Transport services enhance the social and emotional wellbeing of participants and encourage people to engage in the community. The aim of the program is to empower individuals and create a better quality of life.

As part of the Transport Team, the Transport Driver key responsibilities and duties are:

• Provide transport services via CatholicCare fleet of buses or cars
• Provide appropriate information and support to clients about transport services
• Undertake appropriate risk assessments and vehicle inspections to ensure the safety of clients to access and use transport services
• Report incidents and hazards about service delivery and fleet vehicles as per organisational procedures
• Promoting services in the region to ensure ongoing program viability

Qualifications and Experience

• Current C or CA class driver’s license (QLD)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Driver Authorisation License
• Demonstrated experience in Transport Services or Community Care Service (Desirable)
• Experience in driving 12-seater vehicles (Desirable)

Core Competencies

• Professional communication skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients and have a high level of customer service
• Basic numeracy, written and verbal communication skills relevant to the work area
• Strong technical skills, including the ability to proficiently use computers and handheld devices such as phones and Ipads
• Ability to conduct appropriate risk assessments

Other Requirements

• Basic knowledge of administrative practice and procedures relevant to the work area
• Sound computer knowledge
• Prior experience providing transport services (desirable)
• Must be willing to provide transport services in any allocated fleet vehicle such as 10 – 12 seat buses or vans

Please note that CatholicCare Central Queensland is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Applicants must have full and unrestricted working rights in Australia at the time of application.

All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of relevant screening and background checks, including an Australian Federal Police check, an NDIS disability worker screening check, and attainment of a Blue Card for working with children, prior to commencement.

To apply for this fantastic opportunity, please submit:

📌 Your current resume

📌 A cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role

Early applications are encouraged as applications may be assessed as they are received, shortlisting and interviewing may occur throughout the advertising period.