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- Job Description
- If you are a truck driver with confident driving skills and a proven safety record, we want you to work for us.
- Salvos Stores is looking for a number of suitably qualified individuals for the position of Driver located at Fyshwick.
Reporting directly to the Logistics Supervisor you will ensure the timely and accurate collection of goods from donor properties, clothing banks and stores, which requires you to deal directly with the public and evaluate and decline items that are not in a resalable condition.
ABOUT THE ROLEWorking independently, you will you have excellent customer service, communications and problem-solving skills to assist you with;Loading / unloading - loose good including furniture items;Performing labouring tasks. Together with a jockey you will lift and carry reasonable weights;Distribution of goods to stores and assisting retail staff where required;Ensuring a professional customer relations experience for our customers;Using an electronic device to complete delivery paperwork;Maintaining safe WHS methods and driving practices;Completing prestart checks, reporting incidents, near misses and vehicle maintenance issues;Maintain cleanliness of vehicle provided.ABOUT YOUPrevious experience in multi-drop, courier or furniture removal, while highly regarded, is not essential. What is essential is good time management, reliability and a can-do attitude. You will be a well presented, high energy, hands-on individual and will bring your proven track record in providing extraordinary customer service to the role. You will have experience in safe preparation, loading and unloading of goods. Importantly, as someone known for your integrity, you will also be comfortable aligning to The Salvation Army Mission and Values.Applicants must be able to work with limited supervision and demonstrate;Minimum 1 years' driving experience operating a medium rigid vehicle (MR LICENSE)Current Australian drivers licence / Medium Rigid licence (or above)Confident driving skills and a proven safetyMulti-drop, courier and / or furniture removal experience an advantageReasonable written and oral communication skillsOrganisational and problem solving skillsRight to work in AustraliaIn return we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;NFP salary packaging;Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits;Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;Opportunity for career development;An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members;Staff store discountChaplaincy servicesThe Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check._We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_