Organizational Overview The Sisters of Charity, an international congregation of women religious, are committed to giving joyful witness to love, especially to those most in need. Some Sisters reside at Caritas Residence, a peaceful retirement community overlooking Halifax’s Bedford Basin, near the former Motherhouse and Mount Saint Vincent University. Caritas provides independent living, assisted living, and long-term care for the Sisters and other senior residents.

Role Overview The Fleet & Transportation Specialist is responsible for year round maintenance, operation, and coordination of the vehicle fleet (8 cars, 1 van, and a 16 passenger bus) serving the Sisters of Charity at Caritas Residence.

This role ensures that all vehicles are safe, reliable, compliant, well maintained, and available to support appointments, errands, outings, activities, and community events.

This is a part-time position of 20 hours per week. While transportation and fleet management are central responsibilities, we are seeking someone who is flexible, service-oriented, and willing to contribute wherever help is needed. Transportation needs can vary from day to day, and no two weeks will necessarily look the same. Some weeks will require more driving and/or maintenance than others.

The successful candidate will be someone who observes what needs to be done, takes initiative, and responds to changing priorities.

Key Responsibilities

- Safely and reliably transport Sisters to appointments, errands, outings, activities, and special excursions.
- Provide courteous and compassionate assistance as Sisters enter and exit vehicles, ensuring their comfort, safety, and dignity.
- Coordinate routine and preventative vehicle maintenance, including service appointments and repairs.
- Manage seasonal vehicle requirements, including tire changes, winter readiness, and snow removal.
- Ensure vehicle registrations, inspections, insurance requirements, accessible parking permits/tags, and other documentation remain current.
- Maintain accurate fleet records and complete related administrative tasks.
- Identify and promptly communicate maintenance, safety, or operational concerns.
- Work with the Finance Department as required on vehicle purchasing, replacement, and long-term fleet planning.
- Ensure the fleet remains safe, compliant, reliable, and available year-round.
- Maintain a high standard of cleanliness, organization, and presentation across all fleet vehicles.

Community Support Some weeks may involve significant driving to appointments, outings, and events or working on seasonal, routine or unexpected maintenance issues. Other weeks, the focus may shift toward community projects, special events,



or the day-to-day work of the Coordinator’s Office. The successful candidate will support the Coordinator’s Office and the broader community as needed. This could include:

- Helping prepare for community events, celebrations, and special activities.
- Assisting with deliveries, including donated goods to community organizations,
- Providing an extra set of hands with shopping, getting donated items to local charities, picking up and dropping off medical equipment including hearing aid repairs, eye glasses, beds, power lift chairs etc.
- Providing assistance when Sisters are moving into Caritas or moving to a different level of care within the residence.
- Lending a hand in with the day-to-day work of the Coordinator’s Office

Not every task will come with detailed instructions. We are looking for someone who is comfortable working with ambiguity, can assess a situation, see what needs to be done and takes initiative, can work independently and autonomously and take initiative. The ability to be flexible with a willingness to serve wherever needed is essential to success in this role. The Person We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone who genuinely enjoys serving seniors and making a positive difference in their day. The ideal candidate will be:

- Dependable, punctual, responsible, and safety-conscious.
- Warm, friendly, compassionate, patient, and respectful.
- Comfortable working with seniors and attentive to their individual needs, comfort, and dignity.
- Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to respond positively when plans or priorities change.
- A natural team player who is willing to contribute beyond their primary responsibilities.
- Proactive and able to recognize what needs to be done without waiting for detailed direction.
- Comfortable working independently while maintaining strong communication with the Coordinator’s Office and other departments.
- Physically capable of providing appropriate assistance to Sisters entering and exiting vehicles.
- Comfortable with a varied schedule and occasional changes based on appointments, outings, events, and community needs.
- A sound and calm decision-maker who can think on their feet and respond appropriately to unexpected situations.
- Enthusiastic about being part of a close-knit, collaborative community.

Required Qualifications





- Valid Class 4 Driver’s Licence.
- Clean and satisfactory driver’s abstract.
- Excellent driving history and demonstrated commitment to safe driving practices.
- Ability to meet all applicable licensing, insurance, and vehicle operation requirements.
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage changing priorities and work with a flexible schedule.
- Demonstrated reliability, discretion, good judgment, and professionalism.

A Role Rooted in Service This position plays an significant role in promoting the safety, comfort, independence, and dignity of our Sisters. While transportation may be the immediate reason a Sister needs your help, the role extends far beyond getting from one place to another. It is about being present, helpful, attentive, and willing to contribute wherever your support can make a difference.

Above all, we are looking for someone who is kind, flexible, dependable, supportive, and committed to safe driving, with a genuine desire to serve the Sisters and contribute positively to our community.

In return, we offer a welcoming, fun, and collaborative workplace alongside some of the kindest people you will ever meet, all united in supporting our mission to give joyful witness to love.

Annual Renumeration

This is a part-time position based on 20 hours per week, with an annual salary range of $20,800 to $22,880 and 4% vacation pay, based on experience.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

We foster and value a community that reflects, responds to, and embraces the people we serve. We have a strong commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who may contribute to the diversification of our community. Candidates are welcome to voluntarily self-identify in their application. If candidates require assistance in making their application related to IDEA, please contact us by email at [email protected].

Application

· The deadline to apply is September 8, 2026 with a preferred start date of the end of September.

· Please apply with both a resume and cover letter detailing qualifications to [email protected] with the subject line: Fleet and Transportation Specialist, Part Time.

· A background check (police and vulnerable person check) and drivers abstract will be required if hired.

· One personal and two professional references will be required for shortlisted candidates.

· No phone calls, please. Only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $20,800.00-$22,880.00 per year

Licence/Certification

- Class 4 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Fleet and Transportation Specialist (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Sisters of Charity - Halifax
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality