Transport and Logistics Assistant – Full Time

Are you looking for a job that offers variety and the opportunity to make a real difference? 

About us

Lifeline Gippsland (LLG) is a purpose driven, not-for-profit organisation with more than 55-years of service to the Gippsland community. We support people to be resilient and suicide-safe. LLG contributes to the national 24-hour telephone Crisis Support Service 13 11 14, as well as suicide prevention and mental health awareness programs and training.

You will be joining a small, highly dedicated team who are passionate about making a difference in the community.

LLG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer who recognises and values inclusion and diversity. LG encourages people from different cultures and backgrounds, including people with lived experience of mental ill-health to apply.

About the role

As the Transport and Logistics Assistant you will be responsible for providing an exceptional experience to the customers and donors in our community, collecting and/or delivering furniture donations, supporting and servicing our five shops across Gippsland, collections of excess donations and delivery of rags to customers. As the Transport and Logistics Assistant you will be hands on working with our amazing volunteer team and championing a high level of customer service in our community.

Who are we looking for?

Lifeline Gippsland is seeking a dedicated and self-motivated Transport and Logistics Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives working independently, takes initiative, and is committed to providing excellent service to both our internal teams and the wider community we support.

As a key part of our retail and logistics operations, you’ll be responsible for safely loading, transporting, and unloading donated goods and furniture, as well as assisting with the movement of items across our stores and warehouse. Physical fitness and the ability to manage heavy lifting are essential, as is the capacity to drive for extended periods. This position involves operating a 3.5 tonne truck, which can be driven on a standard car licence.

• Highly reliable and trustworthy
• Able to work independently for long periods
• Customer-focused and team-oriented
• Honest, hardworking, and takes pride in doing the job right
• Committed to supporting the values and mission of a not-for-profit organisation

If you’re someone who works well under minimal supervision, has a strong work ethic, and wants to make a meaningful impact in your community, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits and perks

• You will be joining a highly positive and motivated team that loves to work hard and have fun
• You will work for an organisation that is flexible, family friendly and highly regarded
• You will have the opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives and your community.
• You will have access to generous salary packaging

Please view the Position Description HERE. Applications should be made via SEEK and need to include a resume and a cover letter responding to the Key Selection Criteria which can be found within the Position Description. Applications that do not address the Key Selection Criteria will not be considered. For questions relating to the role, please email william.smith@llg.org.au.

Lifeline Gippsland strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with a lived experience of mental ill-health and recovery, their carers and supporters. We warmly invite applications from all cultures, genders, sexualities, spiritualities, ages and backgrounds. The successful applicant is required to complete a clear Criminal History Record Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check prior to employment.