Make a difference every time you get behind the wheel

Are you a safe, reliable and caring driver who enjoys working with people?

LINK Community & Transport is looking for a Community Transport Driver to help our clients get where they need to go safely, comfortably and with dignity.

This is much more than a driving role. For many of our clients, our drivers are an important and friendly part of their day. You will help people stay connected with their community by providing safe, professional and supportive transport.

About the role

As a LINK Driver, you will be responsible for transporting clients safely and efficiently to their destinations while providing excellent customer service.

Your responsibilities will include

- Safely transporting clients in accordance with road laws and LINK procedures
- Following scheduled routes and client manifests
- Assisting clients to safely enter and exit vehicles
- Supporting clients who use mobility aids, including walkers and wheelchairs
- Ensuring wheelchairs, mobility aids and safety restraints are correctly secured
- Completing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- Maintaining accurate transport records
- Keeping LINK vehicles clean, presentable and refuelled
- Reporting vehicle faults or maintenance concerns promptly
- Providing friendly, respectful and professional service to clients
- Responding appropriately to client enquiries
- Reporting incidents, accidents and safety concerns in accordance with LINK procedures

Standard operating hours are Monday to Friday between 7:00am and 7:00pm, with hours determined according to operational requirements.

About You

We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys helping people and understands that providing excellent community transport is about much more than getting someone from A to B.

You will be

- A safe,



confident and responsible driver
- Reliable and punctual
- Patient, respectful and empathetic
- A clear and effective communicator
- Comfortable working with older people and people with mobility needs
- Able to remain calm and professional throughout the day
- Familiar with Melbourne roads and confident navigating different locations
- Able to follow schedules, routes and instructions accurately
- Safety focused with excellent attention to detail
- Willing and able to learn new systems and processes

You will also need the physical capability to assist clients with mobility needs, including safely handling mobility aids and providing appropriate assistance when clients enter and exit vehicles.

Essential Requirements

Applicants will need to hold or be willing to maintain the required checks and qualifications, including:

- Current and valid Driver Licence - Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver Licence Preferred

- Valuable driving record

- National Police Check

- Working with Children Check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Relevant experience and/or qualifications appropriate to the role

Why this role matters Every trip is an opportunity to help someone maintain their independence, attend an appointment, participate in their community or simply stay connected.

We are looking for drivers who understand the importance of safety, kindness, reliability and respect and who will represent LINK professionally every time they are on the road.

If you are a people-focused driver looking for a role where the work you do each day has a genuine impact, we would love to hear from you.

APPLY NOW

Please submit your application through SEEK, including your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant driving experience and why you would like to join LINK Community & Transport.

📌 Casual Community Transport Driver (Preston)
🏢 LINK Community u0026 Transport
📍 Preston