Storeperson / Truck Driver
About IRT
Founded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.
We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld.
IRT is an equal opportunity employer. We find excellence in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.
About the Role
IRT Catering, a division of the IRT Group is in the process of developing our business of the future. Our Unanderra facility produces over 40,000 home-style and nutritious meals each week. We have a team of dedicated professionals who ensure we deliver the highest quality products for our customers.
We are seeking to appoint a Truck Driver to work on a full time basis, plus be available for the late driver shift when required (2:30pm to 11pm). Reporting to the Stores Officer Supervisor, this role plays a key part in ensuring all goods that are dispatched are received on time whilst maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Maintaining a clean and hygienic work environment at all times
- Accurate receipt and storage of goods as well as picking up and delivering of supplies and products to clients as requested
- Ensure appropriate documentation, including temperature check charts are completed and returned at the end of each shift.
- Checking the vehicle condition and safety prior to loading
- Adhering to road rules and other legislative requirements
- Ensuring correct quantities are delivered by checking bags and trays against delivery dockets
- Delivering a high level of customer service
To Be Successful You Will Have
- Demonstrated experiences as a truck driver
- Hold a current Medium Rigid (MR) licence
- Extensive previous experience driving heavy vehicles delivering goods
- Demonstrated experience with driving refrigerated loads
- Have strong customer service skills, as well as good written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy
Benefits for You
- Competitive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
- Flexible working conditions
- Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us!
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Multiple career pathways
- Discounted gym memberships
- Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness program
How to Apply
If you feel this is the right role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the “Apply now” button, fill in your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll be in touch to discuss your application. Or alternatively, please contact IRT Recruitment.
All successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including reference checks, pre-employment functional assessment and a National Criminal History Check.