Bus Driver

Cairns Adventist College; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cairns Adventist College in Gordonvale invites applications for the Bus Driver position. You will transport students to and from school and on field trips, ensuring safety and compliance with bus rules.

The role requires a Class LR licence, Queensland Transport Authorisation, and a Working with Children Blue Card. You will work 20 hours weekly (7-9am and 3-5pm), five days a week, focused on safety, discipline, and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Requires Class LR licence and Queensland Transport Driver Authorisation / Industry Authority.
• Requires a current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card.
• Ability to relate well to students and maintain discipline on bus.

Responsibilities

• Operate the school bus in compliance with traffic regulations and safety standards.
• Ensure the bus is clean and well-maintained.
• Assist students with disabilities or special needs during transport.
• Maintain accurate records of bus mileage, fuel use, and ridership.
• Communicate schedules and delays with staff, parents and students.

Skills

Student safety

Clear communication

Discipline

Job description

Cairns Adventist College is a small rural Primary school situated in Gordonvale. We offer a very unique door to door bus service. We run a fleet of 3 buses that extends from Redlynch in the North, Gordonvale in the South and Yarrabah to the East.

We are seeking applications for the position of ‘Bus Driver’. The position is 5 days a week 7-9am and 3-5pm (4hrs a day, 20hrs a week) and commences Oct 6, 2026.

All applicants must:

• Hold a minimum Class LR Licence and have relevant QLD Transport Driver Authorisation / Industry Authority.
• Hold a current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card.
• Maintain good discipline with the students travelling on the bus within the parameters of the College Bus Rules.
• Be able to relate well to the students.

As a Bus Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting students to and from school, as well as on field trips and other school-related activities. Your main tasks will include:

• Operating the school bus in compliance with all traffic regulations and safety standards
• Ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of the bus
• Assisting students with disabilities or special needs during transportation
• Maintaining accurate records of bus mileage, fuel consumption, and student ridership
• Communicating effectively with school staff, parents, and students regarding bus schedules and any changes or delays
• Upholding a positive and professional attitude while interacting with students, parents, and colleagues
• Adhering to the policies and procedures set forth by the Northern Australian Conference