V- Driver Assistant - Pooraka, Australia - The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army

Verified Company

Pooraka, Australia

1 week ago

Posted by:

Olivia Brown

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Description

Start your mission volunteer experience with The Salvation Army today

We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship.

The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

A core value of the Salvation Army is to support the basic needs of individuals and communities.

The Driver Assistant provides efficient, safe, reliable and courteous collection and delivery of all goods and/or people involved in operations of The Salvation Army.

Key Tasks

Key Activities and Expectations

Transportation Service

Assist with providing quality transport service
Assist to load and unload goods to and from the vehicle
Operate in a manner that promotes effective teamwork, good relationships with customers, donors and fellow team members
Be prompt, courteous and respectful when interacting with others
Assist with keeping customers and donors informed and updated of agreed delivery/collection times
Safely transport items on time
Strict adherence to WHS policies in relation to the lifting and moving of furniture and goods
Actively promote TSA in a positive manner at all times
Wear a supplied uniform and identification at all times when undertaking TSA duties

Provide Quality Customer Service

Exhibiting professional image of the office environment, displaying professionalism and integrity at all times.
Accurate information provided to customers.
Refer people to appropriate Salvation Army services. Follow up with Manager if unsure.
Listen carefully, and acknowledge and refer concerns, issues or queries to Manager.

Maintain a Safe and Healthy Environment

Monitor and rectify any health and safety concerns within the centre. Escalate issues that cannot be attended to the Manager.
Assist with checking windscreen washer reservoir, fuel, oil and water levels and tyre pressure, and record all details in the vehicle's logbook
At the end of each trip, assist with cleaning and refueling vehicle, return vehicle to the site, complete logbook details and report any difficulties or vehicle repair/maintenance issues to Manager
At all times ensure the vehicle mobile telephone is switched on, is contactable at all times and is safely secured within the vehicle
In the event of any incident occurring or a near miss, inform Driver and complete an Incident Report Form
Immediately report any health and safety concerns, notifiable incidents and near misses, to Senior Team Leader and ensure any hazards are controlled until rectified.
Ensure hazard, incident and accident form is completed when required in a timely manner.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements for the Position

Good communication skills.

Mandatory Requirements of the Position
- _ Integrity checks are required for this role_

Complete Mission Volunteer induction, training and registration.
A reasonable level of fitness to meet the inherent requirements of the role.
Closed footwear must be worn at all times.

Required Capabilities

Shows personal motivation and commitment to completing work activities effectively.
Supports a culture of integrity and professionalism.
Represents the organisation in an honest, ethical and professional way.
Recognises and respects the rights and beliefs of others in a nonjudgemental way.
Connects positively with colleagues and partners within and outside TSA.
Works as a supportive and cooperative team member, shares information and acknowledges the contribution and support of others.
Provides service appropriately and responsively to the needs of the people.
Demonstrates accountability aligned to internal and external requirements.
Supports and acts in compliance with the records, information and knowledge management requirements of TSA.
Identifies and follows safe work practices to perform all duties in a safe manner, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of self and others.
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. W_
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. _
Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a National Police Check._