STAR is looking for new Volunteer Drivers and Volunteer Owner Drivers to join our Transport Team and support the vulnerable members of our community.
STAR's Volunteer Drivers and Volunteer Owner Drivers assist in providing convenient and affordable door-to-door transport services to our elderly, frail, and people with a disability. You can volunteer for a few hours, a half-day, or a whole day.
Get to know more about the role. Watch this short video about our Volunteer Owner-driver Di Thompson.
STAR provides full training and induction to all drivers to ensure that our clients receive the highest possible level of safety and service at all time
Volunteer Drivers drive one of STAR's fleet vehicles and receive reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses—$15 for half a day (four hours) or $30 for a full day (between seven and eight hours).
Volunteer Owner Drivers use their own vehicle and are reimbursed the standard current ATO rate (non-taxable). Below are the requirements for all owner drivers:
- vehicles must be under 10 years of age and suitable for the loading and unloading of seniors and people with mobility issues e.g. some large 4WDs may not be appropriate.
- must have comprehensive and compulsory third-party insurance applicable to the class of vehicle.
- vehicles must undergo services every 6 months (and provide proof of same)
- the vehicle must be registered and insured in your name
We currently need volunteer drivers and volunteer owner drivers in Redlands, Ipswich, Warwick, Stanthorpe and surrounding areas.
To register your interest in becoming a Volunteer Driver please complete this online form.
To register your interest in becoming a Volunteer Owner Driver please complete this online form.
While providing transport services, all drivers must:
- hold an open Driver's license
- comply with all provisions of the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 of Queensland.
- have a 0.00% blood alcohol level while operating the vehicle.
- comply with all relevant organisational policies and procedures.
- be able to use a smart tablet for navigation purposes (Google Maps)
- be willing to undergo training
- have current flu vaccination
- undertake an NDIS Workers' Screening Check (previously a Yellow Card), which includes a National Police Check.
- have or obtain current First Aid & CPR Certificates (there is no cost to volunteers for the First Aid & CPR training or the NDIS Workers Screening Check)
Please note we aim to recruit volunteers who are able to make a commitment to the organisation of 3-6 months. STAR will provide full training and support, flexibility and a friendly supportive environment.
Please note
- Hours and days are flexible, but we ask that you commit to a minimum of three to six months
- This is a Centrelink-approved activity.
For any more information please call 07 3086 0000 or email THill@starct.org.au