Warehouse Driver

About Us

The Salvation Army is a Christian organization and one of Australia's largest and most respected charities. Our mission centers on doing meaningful good that transforms lives and shapes brighter futures. We respond to times of personal crisis and national grief by offering support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Role Overview

We are currently looking to fill one full-time Warehouse Driver position at our Townsville, Queensland warehouse and distribution center.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently pick up various goods—from textile bags to bulky furniture—from donor homes, workplaces, and other assigned locations following established guidelines.
• Deliver collected goods to stores and warehouse locations as directed in a timely and professional manner.
• Collect rubbish and other items from stores and warehouses and transport them to designated landfill, recycling centers, or other specified locations responsibly.
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks and containers as needed.
• Accurately prepare, complete, and communicate all required documentation and run/job booking data following procedural standards.
• Take proper care of Salvation Army assets including company vehicles, iPads, and other equipment.
• Utilize provided technology and procedures to optimize route efficiency, update job statuses, log donor refusals, and report other issues per guidelines.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience driving medium rigid or similar vehicles.
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse individuals.
• Customer-facing experience is highly valued.
• Experience in furniture removal or related fields is preferred.
• Possession of a relevant medium rigid vehicle driving license.
• Forklift operation certification (counterbalance forklift) is desirable.

Benefits

• Non-profit salary packaging options.
• Financial, retail, and lifestyle discounts and perks.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling.
• Inclusive and passionate team culture.
• Staff discounts at stores.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Chaplaincy services available.

Additional Information

• There is one vacancy available.
• The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people among others.
• This is a child-safe organization, requiring Working with Children Checks for child-facing roles and a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check for all candidates.
• Our organizational values include Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.

Application Process

If you are motivated to make a tangible difference and meet the requirements above, please submit your resume and cover letter explaining how you align with the role. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.