About the Family Stores: Our nationwide network of over 130 Family Stores sell a range of quality, donated goods and offer a free pick up of donations along with delivery of sold items.
The West Auckland Family Store Group provides a small truck/van service to support seamless customer service.
No two days are the same, and we meet people from all walks of life.
About the Role: The Truck Driver role is critical to our store's success and is primarily responsible for ensuring donated goods are collected or delivered in an efficient, safe, and timely way, whilst providing an excellent customer/donor experience that leads to repeat visits.
Key Responsibilities: Providing excellent customer service to customers and donorsCompleting collections and deliveries of goods in accordance with a daily scheduleScheduling and planning efficient routes to optimize processing operations in storeLoading, unloading, and stacking goods safely and appropriatelyCompleting daily vehicle checks, ensuring the vehicle is maintained to a high standardComplying with policies and standard operating procedures, particularly health and safetyContributing to general duties of the Family Stores as required.Person Specification: Resilient, positive, and people-oriented team player with a natural ability to relate to people from diverse backgroundsA full, current, clean New Zealand driver's license, class 1 (motor vehicle) and confidence in operating and taking care of basic maintenance of a small truck (manual and auto) is essentialCollaborative approach and team player, working closely with colleagues to achieve desired outcomes and targetsPhysically fit and capable of regular heavy lifting - this is a daily part of the roleSelf-managing, able to keep on task and re-prioritize as required whilst under pressureSpatially aware with a quick-thinking, logical, and problem-solving mindsetA clear communicator, both verbally and in writingCapable of using various retail and communications technologyAn ethical approach to working in a respectful, honest, and transparent way to build trust across the family stores, upholding the values of The Salvation Army.Comfortable working within set procedures but able to apply sound judgement when initiative is required.Right to work in New Zealand.
All employment offers are subject to the completion of a satisfactory Ministry of Justice clearance/police check.Our offer to you: An additional 5 days of leaveDiscounted Medical Insurance with Southern CrossTSA discount card for discounts with various retailers such as Beaurepaires, Noel Leeming, Placemakers, and TorpedoFree confidential counselling services to support your wellbeingSubsidized flu vaccinationA position within a long-standing, nationwide organisationOpportunities for growth and developmentA varied and fast-paced roleEnthusiastic team of likeminded peopleThe chance to make a difference in your communityA friendly, fun team to work withA set monthly roster with opportunities for extra hours from time to timeCandidates should be adaptable, energetic, self-motivated, and committed to our mission of 'caring for people, transforming lives, and reforming society'.
Hours of work: This is a Permanent Full-time role 40 hours per week.
Please note, Family Stores operate on public holidays.
The starting salary for this role will be $26 per hour approx. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!
We look forward to receiving your application.
The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes workplaces thrive with diversity.
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