Transport Drivers (Truck Driver) play a critical role in the heavy vehicle transportation of linen, clinical and non-clinical supplies to Queensland Health hospitals and health facilities across Queensland.
This includes loading and unloading supplies into heavy vehicles within Queensland Health Distribution Centres, Laundries and various destinations across the Queensland Health network of facilities.
What you'll do
Manual loading and unloading of all vehicles using roll on/roll off trolleys, tallboys, pallets and/or roll cages in a safe manner.
Delivery and collection of handling units in accordance with relevant schedules, work instructions, procedures and policies.
Operate all heavy vehicles and associated vehicles as required within Queensland Government Road rules and in compliance with Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) this includes (not limited) licensing requirements, speeding, appropriate load restraint, tailgate operation, pre-operational requirements and safe driving behaviours.
Comply with the organisation's policies on Heavy Vehicle National Law including pre-operational checks and fatigue recording keeping.
Keep accurate, legible vehicle logs/driving records and submit to your supervisor at the end of each shift.
Vehicle logs and driving records are requirement under HVNL and the format of these documents (be in hard copy paper or electronic) is at management's direction.
Mandatory cleaning of vehicle interior cab (daily) and body as per operational procedure and infection control requirements.
About you
A current Medium Rigid, Heavy Rigid, or (highly desirable) Heavy Combination licence, is a mandatory requirement, and must remain current for the duration of employment.
A current Forklift or High Risk to Work licence would also be highly regarded.
A safe and responsible driver with a clean driving record
A sound knowledge of chain of responsibility compliance
Physically fit and capable of undertaking the physical demands of the role including loading and unloading trolleys
Adopting safe work practices to ensure your own safety, and that of workmates, customers and the public
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Displaying dependable and professional behaviour when representing the business unit at delivery points
Adaptable and flexible to run rotations with varying routes and schedules
A Team player attitude
Why work with us?
Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing.
This includes:
*****% superannuation
17.5% leave loading
Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.
Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further
Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.
Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process.
If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager.
We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.
Queensland Health is the state's largest healthcare provider.
We are committed to ensuring all Queenslanders have access to a range of public healthcare services aimed at achieving good health and well-being.
Ready to apply?
For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.
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