Bus Driver - Penrith

Work Initiatives; Penrith; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

OPAL card

Paid training

Overtime opportunities

Career progression

Fitness passport

Novated leasing

Employee Assistance Program

Stable employment

Flexible shifts

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Busways is seeking casual Bus Drivers to join our Penrith depot. We offer paid training, flexible shifts, and community-focused service. A valid MR licence, good driving history, and strong communication are essential. Pre-employment medical and clear background checks are required.

Shifts include Weekday, Saturday, Sunday, and public holiday coverage with competitive hourly rates and attendance allowances. Overtime and career progression opportunities available.

Qualifications

• A current and valid MR licence is required.
• Clean driving history is preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Willing to undergo pre-employment medical, Criminal history, and Working with children checks.
• Driver Authority in NSW is highly desired (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Drive bus services to provide safe and reliable transport.
• Deliver excellent customer experience on every trip.
• Comply with road safety policies and company procedures.
• Attend paid induction and any required training.

Skills

MR licence

Good driving history

Strong communication

Customer service

Willing to undergo checks

Job description

Bus Driver Do you hold a medium rigid (MR) licence or above? We offer a 4 week paid driver training program that will build on your current heavy vehicle skills and knowledge to navigate the roads as a professional Bus Driver.

About The Role

We currently have multiple positions available for Casual Bus Drivers at our Penrith 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. Industry leading rates! $45.11 per hour Weekday (shift loadings - range from 15% - 100% dependant on times of operation throughout the shift) $67.66 (Sat) $90.22 (Sun) $112.07 (PH) $20.64 attendance allowance paid daily

What We Offer

• Company issued OPAL card
• A comprehensive paid training program
• Overtime opportunities
• 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

Our drivers must be willing and flexible to work various shifts, that may include weekends, early morning and late-night shifts.

A large portion of shifts available for full‑time drivers are worked as split shifts. Split shifts work by providing two portions of work to cover peak service times that accommodate school and work commutes in both the morning and afternoon. Outside of these hours you can leave the depot to head home or run errands, or you can choose to stay at the depot and take advantage of our driver facilities.

There are also some straight shifts that may be available with shifts starting at varied times of the day, from morning, afternoon or evenings. All depots operate seven days per week with Sunday and public holiday shifts being voluntary overtime.

Eligibility to apply

• A current and valid Medium Rigid or above driver’s licence
• 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)

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

• Paid induction and mentor training
• 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.