Bus Driver - Port Macquarie

Busways Group; Port Macquarie; In loco; AUD 52.000 - 63.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Paid training program

Career progression

Fitness Passport program

Novated leasing options

Employee assistance program

Supportive work environment

Flexible shift work

Ongoing training and development

Descrizione del lavoro

Busways, Port Macquarie, is seeking casual Bus Drivers to join our depot. We offer a 4‑week paid training program to build on your heavy vehicle skills and help you navigate the roads as a professional driver. Roles are casual with flexible shifts and opportunities for progression.

We provide training, ongoing development, and a supportive team environment. Applicants must hold a Medium Rigid or higher licence, have a good driving history, and be willing to undergo standard checks including a

Competenze

• Must hold a Medium Rigid or higher driver’s licence.
• Clear driving history and good customer service skills.
• Willing to undergo pre-employment medical check, criminal history check, and working with children check.

Mansioni

• Safely operate buses to transport passengers on scheduled routes.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist passengers as needed.
• Adhere to company policies, safety standards, and shift schedules.

Conoscenze

MR licence

Good driving history

Strong communication

Pre-employment medical check

Descrizione del lavoro

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 Port Macquarie 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

• A comprehensive paid training program
• 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 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.