Driver Specialist

Full Time, Fixed Term (12 months)

Location: Puckapunyal

Salary: $72,252 - $78,449 per annum plus superannuation (PACCT Level 4.1- 4.3, Victorian TAFE PACCT Staff Agreement 2025).

• Put your heavy vehicle skills to work supporting critical Defence training operations.
• Enjoy a varied, hands-on role with different vehicles, tasks and operating environments.
• Build your experience in a professional Defence environment with opportunities to grow your skills.

About Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE (NVITAFE)

At Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE (NVITAFE), we're building one connected organisation while continuing to deliver high-quality training and skills through the trusted GOTAFE and Wodonga TAFE brands.

NVITAFE operates across 11 campuses in Northern Victoria, and across a further 12 sites nationally to deliver training to the Australian Defence Force.

As one of Victoria's largest regional TAFEs, with more than 1,000 employees and in excess of 14,000 students, we're investing in our people, our capability, and the future of vocational education.

Every day, our people contribute to helping learners gain the skills, confidence and opportunities to transform their lives.

About the role

If you’re ready for a challenging and rewarding role that allows you to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!  

As a Driver Specialist, you will be responsible for operating, supervising, and managing Army B vehicles across various terrains and road conditions – both day and night. From transporting cargo and hazardous materials, to personnel, your role will be essential in supporting critical Defence operations. You’ll take on an autonomous position where you’ll have the opportunity to manage your time, resources, and daily tasks with precision and professionalism.  

Selected Duties:  

• Ensure vehicles, equipment, and facilities are prepared and ready before the start of each task.  
• Operate vehicles in compliance with NHVR, local laws, safety protocols and standard operating procedures.  
• Maintain punctuality and high standards of dress and professionalism.
• Report accidents and incidents promptly.
• Comply with all relevant codes of conduct and health & safety guidelines.  

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative team at an exciting time in the evolution of NVITAFE.

About you

You will bring:

Essential:

• Must be an Australian Citizen to obtain and maintain Baseline Security Clearance. 
• Transport industry experience. 
• Heavy Rigid Licence. 

Desirable:

• Experience in transporting dangerous goods. 
• Heavy Combination Licence. 
• Experience operating larger capacity forklifts. 
• Familiarity with load restraint systems (Twist locks, tie-downs, Chains and binders). 
• Current high-risk forklift Licence (LF). 

We recognise that applicants may not meet every criterion listed in a Position Description. If you believe you have the capability to succeed in the role and can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we encourage you to apply.

What you'll need

Successful applicants will be required to provide :

• A current National Police Check (issued within 30 days of commencement)
• A current Employee Working with Children Check (or evidence of application)
• A current driver's licence where required.
• Must be able to undertake a pre-employment medical.
• Must be an Australian Citizen to be able to gain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance.

Why join us ?

Working at NVITAFE means being part of an organisation committed to making a positive difference in our communities.

We offer:

• a supportive and collaborative workplace culture
• professional learning and development opportunities
• meaningful work that supports students, industry and our communities
• the opportunity to help shape the future of one of Victoria's largest regional TAFEs.

We support flexible work arrangements and, where operationally appropriate, may offer options such as flexible start and finish times, hybrid work, part-time arrangements, job sharing or other flexible work options.

An inclusive employer

NVITAFE is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women, LGBTQIA+ people, Veterans, and people of all ages, genders and identities.

Child Safety Commitment  

Central to our values, NVITAFE prioritises the safety and wellbeing of young people, with Child Safety Officers on-site and Child Safety Policies. All staff must complete Child Safe Training and obtain a Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. 

How to apply

To download the Position Description or submit your application, please visit the NVITAFE Careers website: https://www.nvitafe.edu.au/careers

If you are excited by this opportunity to advance your career, contact Michael Heath, Manager Driver Machinery Plant Training for a confidential conversation at 04•• ••• 693 or ••••@wodongatafe.edu.au

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact ••••@nvitafe.edu.au and we will work with you to provide appropriate support.

Applications close: 11.59pm Sunday 20 September 2026.

Interviews may be conducted prior to application closing date and the position may be filled if a successful candidate is identified.