Bus Driver

Amana-Living; Perth; Vor Ort; AUD 39.000 - 44.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Salary packaging benefits up to $18,55

Health and wellbeing programs

Ongoing training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Zusammenfassung

Amana Living seeks a part-time Bus Driver to provide safe, compassionate transport for clients and carers in Perth. Shifts are Monday to Wednesday 8.30am–4.30pm (45.6 hours per fortnight). The role requires a MR licence with Passenger Transport Authority, First Aid/CPR, and police/NDIS clearances.

Expect routine vehicle checks, route planning, and teamwork. Applicants should have experience with vulnerable people, strong communication skills, and a patient, respectful approach to care.

Qualifikationen

• Experience with vulnerable people, including dementia awareness.
• Senior First Aid Certificate and CPR cleared.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills (emails, internet).
• Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication.
• Proven organisational and time management skills.

Aufgaben

• Drive Amana Living clients and staff safely.
• Maintain safety and comfort of clients at all times.
• Ensure seat belts and mobility equipment are secure.
• Maintain bus cleanliness daily.
• Record daily pre-start and weekly vehicle checks.

Kenntnisse

Experience with vulnerable people

First Aid & CPR

Computer skills (email/internet)

Communication skills

Organisation & time management

MR Medium Rigid licence with Passenger

Ausbildung

Senior First Aid Certificate

CPR certificate

National Police Clearance

NDIS clearance

Jobbeschreibung

Job no: 498088
Work type: Part time
Location: Perth CBD, Inner & Western Suburbs
Categories: Professional Role

The Role

The role of the Bus Driver is to provide safe, careful, and comfortable transport to our clients and their carers, some of whom may have physical and/or cognitive disabilities requiring special handling techniques and care. This is a part-time role Monday to Wednesday 8.30am to 4.30pm at 45.6 hours per fortnight

Key responsibilities

• Driving Amana Living clients and staff / carers in a safe and careful manner
• Remaining alert and aware of the safety and comfort of clients at all times
• Ensuring that seat belts and mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walking frames and walking sticks are securely positioned
• Ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of the bus on a daily basis
• Performing and recording daily pre-start vehicle checks and weekly vehicle checks
• Performing minor vehicle maintenance requirements
• Notifying Fleet Management of scheduled service and maintenance requirements and concerns
• Preparing and planning efficient travel routes; proactively anticipating traffic, parking, and building encumbrances
• Maintaining open and respectful communication in the workplace with all staff and colleagues
• Actively engaging and working collaboratively with other team members to encourage social interaction and positive and enjoyable outings
• Acting in compliance with Amana Living’s Occupational, Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Attending and actively participating in compulsory training sessions and staff meetings
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of own work practices

About you

The successful applicants’ priority is to assist staff with clients during outings, so effective communication and a compassionate nature is key in providing courteous and caring customer service.

• Demonstrated experience working with vulnerable people, including an understand of dementia and behaviours
• Senior First Aid Certificate and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain these certifications
• Basic to intermediate computer skills that enable the use of emails and internet
• Demonstrated good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Proven organisational and time management skills
• Proof of current 2026 flu influenza as per Amana Living policies
• Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance (within 6-months validity) /NDIS clearance
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical & Alcohol and Drug screening and reference checks
• Current MR Medium Rigid heavy vehicle class driver’s licence with Passenger Transport Driver Authorisation

Please note for your application to be considered - you must have the above essential criteria

Why Choose Amana Living?

Amana Living is one of the largest Aged Care providers in Western Australia and has been responding to the needs of older people and those who care for them since 1962. We offer a broad range of services, including residential care homes, transition care programs, retirement living villages, home care, day care, respite, and dementia specific services. Together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life.

Our vision is a community where every older person is honoured and valued. Our mission is together, we enable older people to maintain their individuality, providing what is needed to support a fulfilling life. Our values are compassion, collaboration, curiosity, inclusion and trust. Amana Living is proud to lead in reforms that benefit our workforce, caring for those who care for a career.

• Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550
• Health and wellbeing programs and more!
• Ongoing training and development to keep your skills growing.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

At Amana Living, we value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those who identify as living with disability, are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or members of the LGBTIQA+ community. Join us in making a difference!

Advertised: 26 Oct 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: Open until filled
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