Skip to Main Content

Job Title


Assistant Vehicle Leader


Company : Orange Sky


Location : Newcastle, New South Wales


Created : 2026-03-16


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Position TitleAssistant Vehicle LeaderRole Purpose / How You HelpThe Assistant Vehicle Leader role is fundamental to maintaining one of the most important aspects of Orange Sky Australia - the van. The Assistant Vehicle Leader will work closing with the Vehicle Leader to share the responsibilities of maintaining the van. It would be advantageous if you have experience in minor vehicle repairs and vehicle maintenance (indepth mechanical knowledge or skill is NOT required for this role).Supervision & ReportingIt is the Vehicle Leader''s responsibility to complete the weekly van checklist to ensure the van is always safe, clean and well stocked. As the Assistant Vehicle Leader you will assist where needed. This role will report directly to the Vehicle Leader and the Service Operations team at HQ and will work closely with our volunteers to make sure the van is operating each week.Key ResponsibilitiesIt is the Vehicle Leader''s responsibility to complete the weekly van checklist to ensure the van is always safe, clean and well stocked. The Service Leader and HQ team will support the Vehicle Leader with Vehicle incidents, maintenance, stock and repairs.Some of the key responsibilities are:Secondary point (after the Vehicle Leader) of contact for all vehicle related support & basic troubleshootingCarry out regular checks to the vehicle ensuring the van is safe for operationGeneral upkeep and maintenance of the vehicle including washing & cleaning the van on a monthly basisOrganising servicing of the vehicle and its systems with contractors, and transporting the vehicle or arranging other volunteers to assistBuilding and maintaining relationships with local contractorsCheck in with SOPS (Service Operations) Manager on a regular basisAt all times embrace & promote Orange Skys culture of ensuring safe and supportive service environmentsOther ad hoc tasks allocated by the SOPS ManagerTime Required: Up to 5 flexible hours per week but can vary pending demands on service.Please note: many of these responsibilities will be shared with the Vehicle Leader or may only be required when they on leave.How we help youA comprehensive onboarding & training program will be provided to ensure the volunteer is able to successfully fulfil the role. Training will be provided across Asana, the Orange Sky Portal, WhatsApp/Slack & any other programs you may be required to use.Support is available from the team at HQ as required.HoursApproximately 5 flexible hours per week but can vary pending demands on service.Skills RequiredConfidence in learning new technologies or platforms (training will be provided) #J-18808-Ljbffr