At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive our bright yellow van, collecting and delivering surplus food to charities.
- Company: Join OzHarvest, a leading food rescue organisation on a mission to reduce food waste.
- Benefits: Make a real difference while earning a casual wage and gaining valuable experience.
- Other info: Enjoy ongoing support and training while working in a vibrant, energetic environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a community-focused team that promotes sustainability and helps those in need.
- Qualifications: Must hold a valid Australian Drivers Licence and have a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 24.3 - 29.7 $ per hour.
Oz Harvest is a leading food rescue organisation on a mission to ‘Nourish our Country’ by stopping good food from going to waste and delivering it to charities that help feed people in need.
Through our education programs and our advocacy work, we hope to inspire others to change behaviour and help reach the national target of halving food waste by 2030.
About the role
We are on the look-out for confident and friendly drivers that are passionate about the community, sustainability and driving.
As a food rescue driver, you will spend the workday in our bright yellow van, collecting and redistributing good quality surplus food and delivering it to the various charities we serve around the Sunshine Coast, with a smile and compassion.
This is a casual role.
Here’s a little insight into a day in the life of a food rescue driver – watch?v=Ntm Ed Cycz4M
Our vans and trucks require a car licence only (no truck licence needed).
Our onboarding process includes training on our safety systems, food rescue processes, and includes buddy shifts to get you ready for solo shifts.
Our logistics team provides ongoing support in real time to help navigate each day’s food rescue run.
If you have experience driving and are seeking a role where you can make an immediate difference for people and planet, we need you!
The successful candidate will
- Be able to safely navigate around the Sunshine Coast and must hold a valid Australian Drivers Licence (auto car licence is fine).
- Be excited to foster relationships with people at your pick-up and drop-off locations, and educate and inspire behaviour change by talking about our work.
- Be physically fit and be able to load and unload vibrant, nutritious food boxes
- Bring an energetic, proactive & friendly vibe to the team.
Oz Harvest is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that supports diversity, inclusion and belonging.
Please note: If you have a Language or Cultural special consideration, a disability or impairment or use assistive technology, please let us know in your Cover Letter when applying.
You can ask a support person to help you through the application and interview process.
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Food Rescue Driver – Sunshine Coast employer: OzHarvest
OzHarvest is an exceptional employer, dedicated to creating a positive and inclusive work culture that empowers its team members to make a meaningful impact in the community. Located in Newcastle, the Northern NSW Team Leader role offers unique opportunities for personal and professional growth, fostering collaboration and connection among team members while championing the mission to reduce food waste. With a strong commitment to employee well-being and development, OzHarvest provides a supportive environment where every individual can thrive and contribute to a greater cause.
