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OverviewCommunity Transport Services Tasmania Kingston TASWeekdays only | Meaningful community impact | Variety every shiftCommunity 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.Were seeking a Casual Driver in the Kingston area to join our transport team working across our Community Transport and Area Connect services. These roles deliver essential services and use 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 wheelchairhoist vans and commuter vehicles.Why Join CTST?Weekday hours only no weekendsMeaningful work that directly supports your local communityVariety every day across multiple service typesTraining provided (wheelchair transport, child safety, systems)Be part of a team helping Tasmanians stay connected and confidentAbout the RolesWere seeking a Casual Driver in the Kingston area to work across our Community Transport and Area Connect services. Youll provide a mix of school runs for students with disability, job seeker (jobs bus) transport, social outings, community transport and wheelchair accessible transport.Location: KingstonAward: Passenger Vehicle Transportation AwardClassification: Grade 3 CasualDays: Monday to Friday (early starts may be required)Hours: Vary based on service needs; shifts will be offered according to operational requirementsKey ResponsibilitiesProvide safe, professional and customerfocused 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 belongingsOperate wheelchair hoists and ramps and correctly secure wheelchairs and tiedowns (training provided)Follow run sheets, complete basic documentation and maintain accurate service and passenger recordsAdapt to changing schedules and passenger needs while staying calm and focusedCommunicate clearly and uphold CTSTs supportive, passengercentred valuesAbout YouYou 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 / customerservice rolesStrong communication skills and the ability to engage respectfully with people of all ages and backgroundsAbility to stay focused and manage distractions (note: school services include a Bus Attendant)Confidence using technology, including an iPad for invehicle tasks, and completing timesheets and training onlineA proactive, safetyfocused approach and ability to make decisions within the scope of the roleAbility to work collaboratively with Coordinators and team membersCapacity 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 changeExperience in wheelchair transport (or willingness to undertake training)Previous experience working with older people and people with disabilityKnowledge of Kingston, Huon Valley and greater Hobart areasLicences & RequirementsAll CTST employees must:Hold current C Class (car) licence, minimum 2 years driving experience, no serious driving offences in the past 3 yearsHold a PPV (Public Passenger Vehicle) Ancillary CertificateUndergo a National Police Check (Schedule 1)Hold or be willing to obtain a Working with Vulnerable Persons RegistrationAustralian residency or valid Australian work visaChild safety training (provided)Be willing to travel within the region as neededHow to ApplyTo view the full position description, visit: must include:A current resumeA brief statement addressing the required skills and experienceApplications will only be accepted via SEEK.For questions, please contact: ***************@ctst.org.auInterviews may commence at any time.CTST is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, where everyone is welcomed and supported. #J-18808-Ljbffr