Truck Driver

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose values  it is to shape a more just and compassionate society. 

We believe our employees are key to our success and offer Learning and Development programs to enhance and grow your career across a range of teams and services.  Our employees are recognised for their achievements and offered promotional opportunities on a meritocracy basis within a collegiate and values driven team environment and culture.  

The Society recognises the value of an inclusive work environment and believes that our diversity is a strength in the work we do with our local communities. 

Your Role

We have a permanent, full-time Truck Driver role to fill; working with the Transport team based in Lavington. Travelling within the Lavington area on a regular basis, this is a busy role but fulfilling as this is not just about driving but also assisting people in the community.  You will collect donations and deliver goods to Vinnies retail stores and to people we assist. Your efficient time management and great customer service skills are important to this role . You will be accountable for security, safety, maintenance, cleanliness and operations of vehicles and equipment; and for the safety of volunteers using vehicles and equipment at 321 Urana Road, Lavington. Licence required is MR or HR (Heavy Rigid).

Your Responsibility

• Ensure timely collection of donations and delivery of goods/stock.
• Implement transportation policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. 
• Comply with all WHS standards and procedures relevant to warehouse and transport areas.
• Ensure the security of Vinnies assets that include goods, equipment and vehicle.
• Follow standard reporting procedures in case of damages to vehicles 
• Foster good working relationships and coordination with internal and external stakeholders
• Report change/s to your driver licence e.g. loss of licence; changes to your capacity (due to decline or impairment) to safely operate equipment.

You Will Need

• Demonstrated experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Professional empathy skills in working with donors and clients.
• Physical capacity to stand for long periods of time and lift goods safely.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse workforce including employees and volunteers.
• MR or HR (Heavy Rigid) Licence.

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

We offer:

• Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
• Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
• Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth. 
• Wellbeing Support –  EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being. 
• Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
• Leave Benefits – Enjoy up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.