Motor Vehicle Driver/Bus Driver - Casual 1093-D

Do you want to work in one of Australia’s leading organisations providing treatment and rehabilitation to torture and trauma survivors; that’s quality focused, diverse & committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people in communities?

Come & join us!

The Organisation

"STARTTS is a not-for-profit Affiliated Health Organisation focused on providing a broad range of services to refugees in NSW. The focus of STARTTS approach is on building capacity and empowering people and communities to take control over their own lives, using a strengths-based approach and building on individual, family, community and cultural strengths."

The Role

STARTTS Fleet is made up of over 50 vehicles including two 24-seater buses and one 12-seater bus in South Western Sydney. These buses are a vital component of our Service and allow the organisation to transport clients to a wide range of activities as part of our programmes to assist them in their healing journeys.
Our fleet is managed by a Fleet Officer, who reports to the Administrative Services Team Leader. This position will work across teams at STARTTS to provide the safe and professional transport of clients to activities and support the Fleet Officer with the transport of vehicles to Service Centres to ensure the regular maintenance and upkeep of the STARTTS fleet.

• Position No:    1093-D
• Closing date:   Friday 12 July  2024
• Enquiries:        Mark Davis on (02) 9646 6***
• Work Type:      Casual; 38 hours per week. Contract up to 2 Years (Continuation subject to ongoing funding) 
• Location:        Carramar 
• Vaccination Requirement: Category A. 
• Salary:             Motor Vehicle Driver <2950 Kilograms
  A generous salary packaging scheme is also offered.

Skills and Qualifications Required

Essential:

1. Possession of a valid Australian Driver's License, specifically LR class for heavy vehicles, alongside a demonstrated clean driving record.
2. Demonstrated previous experience in passenger transportation.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of local roads and traffic patterns.
4. Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills with diverse populations, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and non-English speakers.
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team within a multicultural environment and demonstrate sound decision making in a fast-paced environment.
6. Demonstrated strong attention to detail and commitment to safety standards.
7. Ability to pass a clear background check and drug screening.

Desirable Requirements:

1. First Aid Certificate.

*This position is considered child-related employment and will require a Working with Children Background Check and a National Police Check.

VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS

*This role is a Category A role. It is mandatory for Category A workers to meet and maintain the vaccination criteria
(as per the current NSW Health and STARTTS policies).
Vaccination and/or assessment is required for Category A workers for the following transmissible diseases – measles,
mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, varicella (chickenpox), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), influenza and
tuberculosis
Covid 19 vaccination is strongly recommended, but not a requirement for employment
If successful you must provide evidence of vaccination and/or assessment
Should you not be able to comply with vaccination requirements before your commencement date, the offer of employment may be withdrawn
If you have a medical reason for why you cannot be vaccinated, a medical contraindication evidence will be required.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible.

1. Complete a STARTTS Application for Employment Form https://www.startts.org.au/jobs/employment-application-form/
2. Write a Statement Against the Selection Criteria outlining how you meet the selection criteria (see the guide “How to apply for a job at STARTTS”) 
3. Submit an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
4. Provide copies of relevant Qualifications if applicable (overseas qualification must be assessed by an appropriate Australian body to be considered) 
5. Statements of Service from previous relevant roles (if applicable, please ask us for a sample) 
6. A cover letter is optional. 
7. If you have any issues applying via the Employment Application Form or for any further information, send email to: *********@health.nsw.gov.au

NB: Depending on the role, if appointed, you may need a current ‘NSW Working With Children Check’ clearance, follow this link for information on how to apply of your check: https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check/applicant