Bus Driver

LiveHire Limited; Tweed Heads; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic, Australasia's largest bus operator, is hiring at Tweed Heads. Join a team dedicated to safe driving, great customer experiences and reliable service across routes, charters and events.

We’re seeking customer-focused individuals with a passion for service, a valid MR Licence, and the drive to obtain Queensland Driver Authorisation. Training, safety culture and a supportive depot environment await.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused with a genuine enjoyment of interacting with the public.
• MR Driver's Licence is a must.
• Willingness to obtain a Queensland Driver Authorisation.
• Must pass a pre-employment medical and health history check.
• Australian working rights.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, friendly bus transport for passengers.
• Deliver excellent customer service and assist with ticketing as needed.
• Operate across general routes, charters and special events driving.

Skills

Customer focus

Excellent communication

MR Driver's Licence

Queensland Driver Authorisation

Medical clearance

Australian working rights

Team player

Reliable

Punctual

Job description

We're searching for new drivers to be the face of Kinetic. Help us take people where they need to go and join Australasia's largest and fastest-growing bus operator.

If you've got previous experience operating buses or heavy vehicles, all you need to bring is your smile, energy, passion and commitment to creating awesome experiences for our customers, communities, and teammates.

The Opportunity

We are looking for highly motivated people who enjoy interacting with the public and have a genuine passion for providing great customer service.

• Multiple Positions available
• Great pay rates from $36.23 (base) per hour
• Working out of our Tweed Heads Depot

You will be trained to achieve high standards in all parts of your work including safe driving practices. A 12-month training program to gain a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III in Driving Operations - Bus)

With a strong focus on customer service and providing a safe journey for our passengers, our bus drivers are fully trained to play a vital part in all facets of customer service, ticket sales and a range of bus services including general routes, charters and special events driving.

The wheels of change are in motion, are you ready to jump on board?

What boxes do you need to tick?

We're looking for customer-focused people who put customers first and take pride in delivering excellent service. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A strong customer-first attitude and a genuine enjoyment of working with the public
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• A current MR Driver's Licence (minimum requirement)
• The willingness and ability to obtain a Queensland Driver Authorisation
• The ability to pass a pre-employment medical assessment and health history check
• Australian working rights
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A reliable, punctual, and professional approach to work

About us:

No matter where you call home, we've got a modern depot on your doorstep, and a team who will welcome you with open arms.

Right now, we're building an extensive electric bus fleet that's charging towards net zero. We're leading the way through safe and reliable, clean and green, accessible and inclusive technology as our fleet of electric buses grows and helps us take people where they need to go.

At Kinetic we're the daily commute. We're the friendly smile. And we're the positive change the planet needs. Connecting communities everyday. We're proud of what we do, we have big goals, and we recognise the role of each team member in achieving our dream. We're honest and authentic and challenge each other to be extraordinary.

Count on Kinetic for a brighter future

Kineticis proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service.