Employee Driver

EMPLOYEE DRIVER

At Smartways; we’re more than just your standard transport company!

We’re a logistics company dedicated to the medical/ healthcare industry whose clients include some of the world’s largest healthcare providers. As a result, we pride ourselves on doing “whatever it takes” for our patients and customers as one failed delivery is one too many.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Every service Smartways provides leads to a positive outcome for patients. To enable the best service possible and ensuring we make a difference to these patient lives, we are seeking an Employee Driver in Newcastle.

Although it’s a fast paced and varied no two days are the same, a typical day will see you:

• Collect and deliver medical items on time;
• Requires you to be available for  1-2 shifts per week (and the possibility of on-call work as additional shifts);
• You will be available to cover East coast from Sydney, Central Coast, Newcastle, Port Mac, Coffs Harbour & Grafton and West as far as Dubbo, Tamworth & Armidale completing multi-drop deliveries;
• Liaise and build relationships with customers (existing and new);
• Proactively manage the return of loaned medical goods;
• Prepare freight for transport via third parties;
• Inspect, pick and pack customer orders with accuracy (when required).

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Our ideal candidate will jump at every opportunity to deliver an excellent customer experience;
• You have exceptional knowledge of the Sydney/Newcastle region and therefore know the fastest route from pick-up to drop-off;
• You have excellent work ethic and understand the importance of working together as one team;
• You’re comfortable with technology and know your way around a computer/ phone;
• You’ve got excellent customer service skills and treat each job with great care.

WHAT TOOLS ARE REQUIRED?

• Full License (more than 5 years) with clean driving record;
• Have the legal right to work in Australia;
• Flexible availability required, although most shifts will have set days;
• Physical fitness essential for manual loading and unloading of freight;
• Professional and presentable appearance required for deliveries to hospital areas;
• Previous delivery experience preferred, knowledge of Newcastle & North Sydney Areas beneficial but not essential.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• We will supply the vehicle;
• Competitive rates and the opportunity to increase earnings through after hours work and out of town drives;
• You’ll be trained and supported by a well-established 3PL business with best in class IT systems;
• Company phone and uniform provided and, there’s no fees to join us;
• The opportunity to join a team of pioneers growing Smartways in Australia and make a real difference to everyday lives of Australian’s;

If you’re interested, please apply via careers page on Smartways website https://smartwayslfl.com/welcome/careers/#drivers