Volunteer Driver in Sydney

Sydney Volunteer On-site

Assist Myrtle Cottage to pick up and drop off members to and from our premises and during outings.
Assist Transport Coordinator to run daily errands such as Station pickup/drop and shopping.
Retain appropriate level of vehicle licence required.
Abide by the Road Transport Act 2013 which covers driving regulations and offences and you are responsible for any fines received whilst driving.
Abide by NSW Government Passengers Transport Regulation 2017 and not carry additional members exceeding the vehicles legal carrying capacity.
Follow directions provided on the Transport Run Sheet and seek clarification where required.
Drivers are to refer all changes to transport runs etc pickup order, use of hoist, members requests to the Transport Coordinator.
Drivers are not to divert from the usual run without approval from the Transport Coordinator.
Welcome members by assisting them to and from the vehicles including the operation of wheelchair hoist.
Secure wheelchair restraint systems consistent with operational guidelines.
Ensure loose items such as walkers/wheelchairs/trolleys are secured with appropriate restraints available in vehicle.
Where necessary ensure that a Bus Assistant is in attendance before departing for transport runs or outings. (The bus assistant's role is to assist Bus Driver by helping members onto and off the vehicle in a safe manner during transportation)
Follow Myrtle Cottage Group Policies and Procedures.