Transport Driver

Join Ventia and help support Australia’s Defence community as our newest Transport Driver. Play a vital role in keeping our Defence personnel moving safely and reliably.

What’s on offer  

• Competitive hourly rate $33.25 per hour
• Uniform/PPE supplied.  
• Access to a variety of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and our employee assistance program.  
• Access to Ventia’s: amazing discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, including major retail brands 

About the role 

Ventia is seeking an experienced Driver to join our Transport Services team on a Full time, permanent basis. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital support function in a dynamic Defence environment

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to) 

• Safely drive Defence personnel to and from
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance including cleaning, inspections, basic fault finding, minor repairs, and tyre/wheel changes
• Conduct non-technical inspections on fleet vehicles to ensure operational readiness
• Carry out mail duties including sorting, distribution, and delivery between bases
• Complete basic paperwork and filing tasks related to transport operations

Requirements of the role

• 1+ years’ experience as a Driver
• A valid Australian driver's license - must be LR, MR, HR or HC
• Experience in operating a range of vehicles, preferably in a similar environment
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on vehicles 
• Skilled in route planning and navigation, including the use of GPS and maps
• You work safely, follow procedures, look out for your team, and report incidents or hazards without delay

Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result of this requirement the applicant must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to undertake and maintain a satisfactory Australian Federal Police Check.

About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
   
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.   

How to apply    
Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.  

Position Reference Number: 168644