Transport Driver

About us

At Royal Rehab Ryde we’re redefining health and wellbeing. We provide specialist rehabilitation services to both public and private patients, including neurological conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis, as well as orthopaedic and post‑operative care. Services are offered in inpatient and outpatient settings to ensure continuity of care throughout the recovery journey.

About the role

An exciting opportunity awaits a skilled Transport Driver to join Royal Rehab Ryde. You will be responsible for transporting patients to external medical or dental appointments and may also provide non‑clinical support to other areas as needed.

Key responsibilities

- Provide safe, effective, and efficient transport services for patients, securing clients and ensuring their comfort.

- Collect and return keys and mobile phones from the Coordinator’s office daily.

- Meet with the Coordinator each morning to review the transport list and any other duties.

- Liaise regularly with the Coordinator to stay aware of cancellations or additions to the transport list.

- Assist the transport escort nurse with client collection to/from units and outpatient clinics.

- Ensure clients are secured in wheelchairs and seatbelts as per guidelines.

- Ensure timely arrival and return from external appointments, liaising continually with the escort nurse.

- Liaise with nursing staff to understand the needs of unescorted clients.

- Transport clients and/or their belongings to their place of residence on discharge as requested.

- Maintain vehicle safety, cleanliness, and upkeep, including refueling and reporting faults or concerns.

- Familiarise yourself with the Centre Fleet Policy and use driving log sheets, hands‑free mobile kits, fuel cards, and other vehicle‑related resources.

- Complete the timesheet daily and attend regular in‑service training on emergency procedures and other mandatory training.

- Assist on inpatient units and around the centre as time permits with tasks such as portering clients, delivering mail, and transporting stock deliveries.

- Contribute to the ongoing quality improvement of the transport service and perform any other duties as requested by the Coordinator or Clinical Operations Manager.

About you

We seek a self‑motivated, friendly individual with strong communication skills, who is committed to client comfort and safety, and who can work well in a team.

Essential Criteria

- Australian unrestricted driver’s licence.

- First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain one.

- Proficiency or willingness to participate in manual handling training.

- Demonstrated commitment to client comfort and safety.

- Excellent verbal communication skills.

- Ability to work within a team setting.

- Problem‑solving skills.

- Flexibility with work practices.

Desirable Criteria

- Previous experience in a similar role.

Your Royal Rewards

- Salary Packaging: Reduce taxable income with up to $9,000 pre‑tax packaging and meals & accommodation benefits up to $2,650.

- Maxxia Rewards: Access a wide range of discounts through our salary packaging partner.

- Fitness Passport: Discounted access to gym and aquatic centres.

- HCF Private Health Insurance discounts.

- Career growth opportunities.

- Flexible work arrangements for work‑life balance.

- Competitive remuneration.

- Employee Assistance Program for professional counselling and coaching.

- Supportive and experienced leadership team.

- Friendly and close‑knit team environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are proud of our diverse workforce and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Benefits of working with us

- Salary packaging up to $15,900 per fringe benefit tax year.

- Flexible work options: full‑time, part‑time, casual, and job‑share arrangements.

- Health and wellbeing benefits: Fitness Passport and discounted private health insurance via HCF.

- Employee Assistance Program.

- Competitive leave entitlements including maternity/paternity, study, and community service leave.

- Learning and career development opportunities across the Royal Rehab Group.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like the perfect fit, please address the essential criteria in your cover letter and submit your application now. Only applicants who address the essential criteria will be considered.

For more information, visit our careers page at www.royalrehabgroup.com.au/careers/.

Further Enquiries

Annie Molejona, Clinical Operations Manager
Phone: (02) 9809 9009
Email: Annie.Molejona@royalrehab.com.au

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