Bus Driver

Trinity College; Bibaringa; Sur place; AUD 34 000 - 44 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Trinity College in Adelaide seeks a casual Bus Driver to cover varied routes across the Northern and Southern Adelaide regions. The role prioritises student safety, punctuality, and courteous service, with shifts planned a day ahead.

A valid MR/HR/HC licence, Large Passenger Vehicle Accreditation, WWCC, RRHAN-EC Fundamentals and First Aid are required. The position supports school hours, holidays, and flexibility in schedule.

Qualifications

• Must have Large Passenger Vehicle Accreditation.
• Must hold WWCC for working with children.
• RRHAN-EC Fundamentals Certificate required.
• First Aid Certificate required.
• Current MR/HR/HC driving licence and class-specific endorsement.

Responsabilités

• Maintain passenger safety at all times and adhere to College policies.
• Keep bus clean and mechanically sound and report faults.
• Assist and engage with students boarding and alighting.
• Conduct daily safety and operation checks (oil, water, tyres).
• Refuel and prepare bus for the next driver.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Flexibility

Time management

Able to work holidays

Formation

Large Passenger Vehicle Accreditation

Working with Children Check (WWCC)

RRHAN-EC Fundamentals Certificate

First Aid Certificate

Driver's licence MR/HR/HC

Description du poste

Trinity Collegeis a multi-site, independent, co-educational Anglican College founded in a liberal educational tradition in northern Adelaide. We are open to all who want their children educated in a caring and Christian tradition regardless of economic status, ability or religious affiliation. We provide exceptional facilities, support inspirational and expert staff with a passion for education, and deliver an outstanding sense of community.

Trinity College maintains and operates 2 x 21 seater buses and a 43 seater bus. These buses are used to transport Trinity College students to various school related events and locations, during the school day, into the evening and potentially weekends.

Our drivers play a vital role in supporting inside and outside of school hours programs and extra-curricular activities. We're looking for someone who is confident and flexible, able to undertake both short and long routes across the Northern Adelaide area and extending into the Southern Adelaide region.

The bus driver reports to the Bus Co-ordinator on all the daily operations of the bus service provided to students at the school. Work hours will vary. All shifts are casual, and it is expected that the driver should know at least the day before what the hours on the next day will be.

What you will do:

• Maintain passenger safety at all times, obeying traffic laws and abiding by relevant College Policies.
• Maintain a clean and mechanically sound bus, promptly reporting any issues or faults.
• Engage with students boarding and alighting the bus and provide additional mobility assistance as required.
• Conduct daily inspections of the bus to ensure safety and operational efficiency (including oil, water and tyre checks).
• Refuel the bus and prepare it for use by the next driver.

What you will need to succeed:

• Demonstrated ability and experience driving large buses according to the law on busy metropolitan roads.
• A current driver’s licence without restriction and relevant MR, HR or HC License
• Large Passenger Vehicle Accreditation (https://www.sa.gov.au/topics/driving-and-transport/industry-services/taxi-and-passenger-transport/apply-for-accreditation/large-passenger-vehiclesvehicles)
• Valid Department of Human Services Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• RRHAN-EC Fundamentals Certificate (https://www.education.sa.gov.au/working-us/rrhan-ec/fundamentals-course-responding-risks-harm-abuse-and-neglect-education-and-care)
• First Aid Certificate (training supplied)
• Communication and interpersonal skills to engage professionally and by Trinity College Values
• Ability to adhere to a schedule and timeframes
• Flexible approach to working a range of hours to accommodate a variety of school related travel
• Able to work during school holidays

All Trinity College Staff must comply with the College’s Child Safe Policy and adhere to the Child Safety Code of Conduct.

The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to satisfactory employment screening and background checks, including working with children checks. A pre-employment medical assessment and drug and alcohol screening may also be required. Commitment and adherence to the Trinity College Privacy Policy is required.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

Trinity College is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and child-friendly environment where all students are protected from harm and can actively participate in decisions that affect them. The College has a zero-tolerance approach to harm and prioritises the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in all aspects of its work. It is committed to maintaining a strong child-safe culture, complying with all child safety requirements, and ensuring that every member of the College community understands and fulfils their responsibility to safeguard students.

Trinity College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applications close on Friday, 9th October 2026 at 4pm