Bus Driver

Work Initiatives; Maitland; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Licence upgrade

Career progression

Fitness Passport

Salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive work environment

Flexible shifts

Ongoing training

Job summary

Busways in Bulahdelah is seeking casual Bus Drivers to serve the local community, delivering safe, friendly and reliable transport. Join a secure employer with a supportive team and flexible shifts that suit study or other commitments.

You’ll receive a paid 4-week driver training program, a $42.49 per hour on Weekdays with attendance allowance, a $1000 sign-on bonus, licence upgrade options, and opportunities for career progression and fitness benefits.

Qualifications

• A current and valid unrestricted driver’s licence (Medium Rigid or Heavy Rigid Licence highly desired but not essential).
• A good driving history.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check, criminal history check and working with children check.
• Have a current NSW Driver Authority is highly desired (or be willing to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Drive casual bus routes at Bulahdelah depot.
• Provide high-quality customer service to passengers.
• Maintain safety and vehicle standards.
• Complete pre-employment checks as required.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Good driving history

Customer service skills

Job description

Hold a C Class Licence? Shift Your Career into High Gear!take the right turn and be paid to learn.We offer a4weekpaid driver training programthat will equip you with the skills and knowledge to navigate the roads as a professional Bus Driver.You'llearn a competitive salary while you learn. Experienced heavy vehicle drivers also encouraged to apply!

About the role

We currently have multiple positions available for Casual Bus Drivers at our Bulahdelah depot. We are looking for passionate people who enjoy driving and want to service their community, whilst delivering the best experience possible to our customers.

A little bit about our rates!

• $42.49 per hour Weekday (shift loadings - range from 15% - 100% dependant on times of operation throughout the shift)
• $19.44 attendance allowance paid daily

What we offer

• $1000 Sign on Bonus Incentive-T&Cs apply
• Free licence upgrade available
• Career progression opportunities
• Access to Busways Fitness Passport Program, allowing you and your family to access multiple pools and fitness facilities around Sydney and regional NSW all under one membership fee
• Access to salary packaging options such as novated leasing
• An Employee Assistance Program, giving you and your family access to confidential counselling from an independent organisation
• Supportive work environment with stable employment in a secure industry
• Flexible shift work to promote a healthy work/life balance
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, both informal and via structured courses

About us

At Busways, our core focus is on quality customer service, stakeholder engagement and employee development.For over 80 years, we’ve delivered a professional, reliable standard of service. We currently operate bus service contracts for Transport for NSW in Western Sydney, North Shore and West, Central Coast and North Coast and the South Australian Public Transport Authority in Adelaide’s Outer South.With a team of more than 2,800 people, committed to transporting over 47 million passenger journeys each year, we pride ourselves on taking a proactive approach to public transport delivery to ensure that the customer journey is seamless as possible.

Hours of work

Hours of work and shifts vary from depot to depot. Our casual drivers typically work a few hours in the morning and a few hours in the afternoon during the school term. In school holidays there is very limited work available.

These hours are often suited to retirees wanting to re-enter the workforce or supplement income. It is also a fantastic opportunity for people working part-time and wanting more hours.

Eligibility to apply

• A current and validunrestricteddriver’s licence(Medium Rigid or Heavy Rigid Licence highly desired but not essential)
• A good driving history
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Willing toundergoa pre-employment medical check,criminal history checkand working with children check.
• Have a currentNSW Driver Authority is highly desired(or be willing to obtain one)

Suitable applicants that do not have the required licence and authority, Busways may offer you:

• Paid induction and mentor training
• Free licence upgradefor eligible applicants
• Attend a Driver Authority Course with Busways and help with the application process

Busways is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from diverse social, cultural, and gender backgrounds.