Are you a physically strong, hardworking individual with a reliable nature and a passion for contributing to your community? Tōtara Hospice is seeking a dedicated Truck Driver (Class 1) to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting our mission of providing exceptional palliative care by ensuring the timely and efficient collection and delivery of donations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate and maintain the donation pickup truck in partnership with your Driver colleague
• Collect and transport donated items to our hospice and retail locations
• Provide excellent customer service, particularly when collecting donations directly from donors' homes
• Collaborate with the Takanini Manager and Retail Managers to optimize daily logistics and operations

You will work closely with your supportive and experienced Driver colleague ensuring seamless coordination throughout the day.

Totara Hospice has been at the forefront of delivering advanced palliative care services to the communities of South and Southeast Auckland. We take great pride in fostering an inclusive environment and actively championing and celebrating diversities. We are committed to ensuring safe and holistic care for everyone. Our staff undergo bicultural competency education facilitated by Empowering Change to ensure we honour the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in our service delivery. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all. A proud supporters of Pride Pledge, we strive to create an authentically safe and inclusive environment for our rainbow communities.

Join a team that values each member's contribution and fosters a positive and supportive work environment. Please only apply by clicking the ‘apply’ button now. Remember to include an updated copy of your CV and a cover letter explaining why you want to work for Tōtara Hospice and why you are the most suitable candidate for the job. 

Tōtara Hospice as an organisation does not conscientiously object to anyone accessing their rights under the End-of-Life Choices Act that passed into law on November 7th 2021. Our focus will remain, as it always has been, on delivering to the needs of our patients and whānau. We respect and support patients who choose this option.