Truck Driver (HR) - Port Kembla

Employment Type:  Casual  

Position Classification: Motor Vehicle Driver 23850_25200 (HR/MR Truck Driver)
Remuneration: $32.43 per hour plus shift allowances and 11.5% superannuation   

Hours Per Week:  Casual hours (Between 0600-1530 Monday – Friday and 0600-1200 Saturday)
Location:  Port Kembla

The Opportunity  

We are currently searching for a motivated individual who is looking for work with a purpose, to join our Linen Services team as a HR and/or MR Truck/Motor Vehicle Driver.

In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in production and dispatch activities within our linen facilities, and loading, transporting, and unloading of linen. If you are an experienced truck driver who holds a relevant vehicle licence (current NSW HR or above) and are seeking a rewarding opportunity to contribute to quality healthcare services in your community, we encourage you to apply today! 

  
Why Work for HealthShare NSW?  

HealthShare NSW touches the lives of NSW Health employees and patients every single day by delivering services that keep our public hospitals and health facilities running.  

Watch Our HealthShare NSW story video to learn more about the work we do and the diverse range of roles we have on offer.  

We reward our employees with a terrific range of benefits, including: 

• Great leave conditions: enjoy one day off each month as an ADO, annual leave loading (a bonus extra payment of 17.5%) and 14 weeks’ paid parental leave for eligible employees  

• Salary packaging and novated leasing: you can access up to $2782 extra per year in your pay  

• Wellbeing programs: access a large array of wellbeing programs designed to support your physical, mental, and emotional health  

• Commitment to career development: Expansive free online training, talent programs, study leave and internal development opportunities to accelerate your career  

• Rewarding role and community contribution: Make a difference in people's lives by assisting those in need and actively contributing to your community.  

Please note some benefits may only apply to certain employment types.  

Further information on our wide range of benefits is available here.  

  
Eligibility Requirements  

• Meet essential requirements as outlined in the Position Description

• Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, or valid work visa). Permanent roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents, while temporary and casual roles welcome applicants with a visa.  

• This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and Tuberculosis (TB) screening. Refer to NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 12) for a complete list of required vaccines. During application, please upload OASV Undertaking/Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool with any vaccination evidence you have.  

• For heavy vehicle drivers (drivers of vehicles with a gross vehicle mass over 4.5tonnes), you must comply with HealthShare NSW guidelines under the Heavy Vehicle National Law.  These include regular licence checking, random drug & alcohol testing and adhering to all applicable laws and standards including taking all mandatory and necessary rest breaks. 

• If you are identified as a preferred candidate and are external to HealthShare NSW, you will be required to complete a physical pre-employment health assessment (at no cost to you) to confirm your ability to safely perform the duties of the role. Employment is subject to successful completion of all pre-employment checks. 

 
How to Apply 

• Click Apply Now at the top of the page 

• Attach your resume and provide answers to the Targeted Questions below. 

• To find out more about applying for jobs with HealthShare please view our resource: Your Guide to Employment with HealthShare NSW. 

• Any role related questions can be directed to the hiring manager at angela.goodman1@health.nsw.gov.au

• Any career portal support questions can be directed to our customer service team at 1300 679 367. 

Targeted Questions 

1. What is your understanding of the National Heavy Vehicle Laws and Chain of Responsibility?

2.What current licenses do you hold? Do you have any limitations?

3. As this is a casual position - What days are you available to drive a HR Truck? (0600-1530 Monday – Friday) and (0600-1200 Saturday).

We are Diverse and Inclusive  

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, carers, and people with disability. If we can offer some support or make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team HSNSW-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.  

Further information on how we support Diversity & Inclusion at HealthShare NSW can be found here.  

  
Talent Pool  

An eligibility list from this recruitment may be created for future casual, permanent, or temporary full-time or part-time positions within the next 6 months.  

Application will close: 11.59 PM, Wednesday, 02 July 2025