Bus Drivers - Preston

Kinetic; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Employee Assistance Program

Staff discounts

Job summary

Kinetic is Australia and New Zealand's largest and greenest bus operator, proudly serving Melbourne's northern suburbs. This full-time role at Preston Depot offers a base hourly rate of $40.52 with a guaranteed minimum of 38 hours per week, supporting safe, reliable commuting for local communities.

You will drive, engage with customers, and uphold safety and service standards. We provide on-the-job training, an Employee Assistance Program, staff discounts, and genuine career progression

Qualifications

• Must hold HR or higher bus licence.
• CPV Driver Accreditation required.
• Working with Children Check required.
• Full Australian work rights (citizen or permanent resident).

Responsibilities

• Operate bus services across Melbourne's northern suburbs.
• Maintain safety, reliability and high customer service standards.
• Adhere to schedules, conduct pre-trip checks and report incidents.

Skills

Customer-focused

Strong communication

Road safety awareness

Flexible

Education

Heavy Vehicle/Bus Licence (HR) or higher

CPV Driver Accreditation

Working with Children Check

Australian work rights (citizen / permanent resident)

Job description

As Australia and New Zealand's largest and greenest bus operator, Kinetic plays an essential role in connecting communities and keeping Melbourne moving. Every day, we help people get to where they need to be safely, which is why so many people choose to travel with us.

About Us

As Australia and New Zealand's largest and greenest bus operator, Kinetic plays an essential role in connecting communities and keeping Melbourne moving. Every day, we help people get to where they need to be safely, which is why so many people choose to travel with us.

The Opportunity

We are seeking Experienced Accredited Bus Drivers to join our growing team at Kinetic's Preston Depot.

Based in the heart of Melbourne's northern suburbs, our Preston Depot proudly services communities across Preston, Reservoir, Coburg, Bundoora, Heidelberg and surrounding areas. We're passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people reflect the communities we serve.

If you're looking to take the next step in your driving career, this is an opportunity to join Australasia's leading mass transit operator while serving communities across Melbourne's northern suburbs.

This is a full-time position offering a base hourly rate of $40.52 per hour with a guaranteed minimum of 38 hours per week.

We’re after people with:

• A customer-focused attitude with strong communication skills
• A current Heavy Rigid (HR) licence or higher
• A current CPV Driver Accreditation
• A current Working with Children Check
• Full Australian work rights (Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident)
• The ability to pass a pre-employment medical and phyical assessment and drug and alcohol screening

Why Join Kinetic Preston?

• Employment with Australasia's leading mass transit bus operator
• Industry-leading rates, penalties and allowances, including a base rate of $40.52 per hour
• Full on-the-job training provided to successful applicants
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, including wellbeing, financial and nutritional coaching, counselling and legal support
• Access to our employee benefits platform, offering exclusive discounts, savings and cashback opportunities
• Secure, long-term employment with genuine career progression opportunities
• Opportunity to make a real difference in local communities across the wider northern suburbs of Melbourne

**Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an assessment centre at our North Fitzroy depot for an interview and drive test**