Bus Driver – Moving the Mob (Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Program)

Kinetic; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Licence upgrades

Local work

Secure employment

Ongoing support

Job summary

Kinetic is seeking motivated individuals to join the Licence Upgrade and Employment Pathway – Moving the Mob as Bus Driver. You’ll complete paid training, upgrade your licence, and start a secure, long-term driving career serving the Cairns region from Portsmith or Smithfield.

You’ll gain customer service and ticketing experience while driving local routes, charters, and events, with ongoing support and a pathway into professional bus driving in a culturally safe industry.

Qualifications

• A customer-first attitude and enjoyment in working with the public.
• Willingness to obtain a Queensland Driver Authorisation.
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical and physical assessment.
• Australian work rights.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Drive general routes, charters and special events as part of a busy bus service.
• Support customers with service information and ticketing where required.
• Maintain safety and customer service standards on all trips.

Job description

Kinetic acknowledges the Gimuy Walubara Yidinji and Yirrganydji peoples as the Traditional Owners and custodians of the land and waters on which we operate in the Cairns region.

We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and acknowledge that the sovereignty of the land now known as Australia was never ceded.

Bus Driver – Licence Upgrade Program (Moving the Mob)

Portsmith or Smithfield | From $45.29 per hour

Kinetic is proud to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through our Licence Upgrade and Employment Pathway – Moving the Mob.

We’re looking for motivated mob who enjoy working with people, value safety, and want a secure, long-term career while staying connected to community. Whether you’re new to the industry or looking for a fresh start, Moving the Mob is designed to support you every step of the way.

About Moving the Mob

Moving the Mob is Kinetic’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander licence upgrade and employment pathway program. The program provides paid training, licence upgrades, mentoring and ongoing support to help mob build a career as professional bus drivers in a culturally safe and inclusive environment.

What’s on offer

• Paid training and licence upgrades through Moving the Mob
• Great pay from $45.29 (base) per hour
• Multiple positions available
• Local work based in Portsmith or Smithfield
• Secure, ongoing employment with a national transport operator

As a bus driver, you’ll play an important role in keeping community connected. You’ll be fully trained across customer service, ticketing, and driving a range of services including general routes, charters and special events.

The wheels of change are moving — are you ready to move the mob with us?

What we’re looking for

• A customer-first attitude and enjoyment in working with the public
• Willingness to obtain a Queensland Driver Authorisation
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical and physical assessment
• Australian work rights
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable and punctual

Kinetic is committed to providing a culturally safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone is respected and valued.