Truck Driver

About Us

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

This role is based at Cairns Family Store and is responsible for handling the movement of goods in and out of the store. The role will also provide assistance in the overall productivity of the Family Stores, in line with TSA mission.

This position is part time permanent with 15.2 hours a week, based in Woree, CAIRNS

You Will Successfully

• Coordinate the pickup/delivery of all donated goods as per the instructions from the relevant Family Store Manager and in accordance with the written schedule, as per all WH&S manual handling procedures/protocols.
• Weekly planner provided to the Family Store Manager outlining planned pick-ups and deliveries.
• Daily pickups and deliveries recorded in logbook is accurate, comprehensive, and up to date.
• Pickups, deliveries, loading and unloading of truck contents is undertaken with care, and as directed and within appropriate timelines and in accordance with written schedule.
  
  

You Must Have

• Minimum 2 yrs experience in driving/operating commercial vehicles.
• Previous experience in a customer facing role.
• Current valid QLD Driver’s Licence.
• First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• A reasonable level of fitness in order to carry out the duties of the position. This position will require physical ability to stand, sit and walk for long periods time. The role will require you to push, pull, lift, carry, restrain stock and climb ladders etc. such work will be undertaken in accordance with WH&S policies and procedures.
  
  

Salary is in accordance with General retail – Level 2

What We Offer

As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;

• NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
• Flexible working conditions
• Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits
• Paid parental leave - 12 weeks
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity
• Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;
• Opportunity for career development;
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
  
  

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The 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 National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration