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Weekdays only | Meaningful community impact | Variety every shift
Community Transport Services Tasmania (CTST) is a not‐for‐profit organisation supporting older Tasmanians, people with disability and eligible community members who need safe, reliable and accessible transport.
We're seeking a Casual Driver in Launceston to join our transport team working across our Community Transport and Area Connect services. This role delivers essential services and uses a commuter/wheelchair‐hoist van to undertake school runs, job seeker transport, social outings, wheelchair‐accessible transport and general community transport - helping people stay connected, independent and engaged. Our fleet includes wheelchair‐hoist vans and commuter vehicles.
Why Join CTST?
Weekday hours only – no weekends
Meaningful work that directly supports your local community
Variety every day across multiple service types
Training provided (wheelchair transport, child safety, systems)
Be part of a team helping Tasmanians stay connected and confident
About the Roles
We're seeking a Casual Driver in Launceston to work across our Community Transport and Area Connect services. You'll provide a mix of school runs for students with disability, job seeker (jobs bus) transport community transport and wheelchair accessible transport.
Location: Launceston
Award: Passenger Vehicle Transportation Award
Classification: Grade 3 Casual
Days: Monday to Friday (early starts may be required)
Hours: Vary based on service needs; shifts will be offered according to operational requirements
Key Responsibilities
Provide safe, professional and customer‐focused transport for a diverse range of passengers (note: school services include a Bus Attendant)
Safely operate CTST vehicles ensuring passenger comfort and secure stowage of mobility aids and belongings
Operate wheelchair hoists and ramps and correctly secure wheelchairs and tie‐downs (training provided)
Follow run sheets, complete basic documentation and maintain accurate service and passenger records
Adapt to changing schedules and passenger needs while staying calm and focused
Communicate clearly and uphold CTST's supportive, passenger‐centred values
About You
You enjoy driving, engaging with people and providing great service. You're flexible, patient and confident working with passengers of all ages – older adults, students, job seekers and community members with varied needs.
You will bring:
Experience driving passenger vehicles or community / transport / customer‐service roles
Strong communication skills and the ability to engage respectfully with people of all ages and backgrounds
Ability to stay focused and manage distractions (note: school services include a Bus Attendant)
Confidence using technology, including an iPad for in‐vehicle tasks, and completing timesheets and training online
A proactive, safety‐focused approach and ability to make decisions within the scope of the role
Ability to work collaboratively with Coordinators and team members
Capacity for light to moderate manual handling e.g. assisting to stow mobility aids (inherent requirement)
Flexible and able to maintain a calm, positive approach when schedules or passenger needs change
Experience in wheelchair transport (or willingness to undertake training)
Previous experience working with older people and people with disability
Knowledge of Launceston and surrounding municipalities
Licences & Requirements
All CTST employees must:
Hold current C Class (car) licence, minimum 2 years driving experience, no serious driving offences in the past 3 years
Hold a PPV (Public Passenger Vehicle) Ancillary Certificate
Undergo a National Police Check (Schedule 1)
Hold or be willing to obtain a Working with Vulnerable Persons Registration
Australian residency or valid Australian work visa
Child safety training (provided)
Be willing to travel within the region as needed
How to Apply
To view the full position description, visit: https://www.ctst.org.au/work-with-us
Applications must include:
A current resume
A brief statement addressing the required skills and experience
Applications will only be accepted via SEEK.
CTST is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, where everyone is welcomed and supported.
Your application will include the following questions:
* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
* Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
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