Casual Bus Drivers Wanted

Kelsian Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Novated leasing available

Casual work

Job summary

Transit Systems NSW is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join as Casual Bus Drivers across South-West Sydney, with locations in Bradbury, Macquarie Fields and Smeaton Grange. No prior bus driving experience is required; training is provided to help you become a qualified Bus Driver.

Join us for paid training, a $1,000 casual driver bonus ( eligibility applies ), novated leasing available and flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Australian C Class, MR or HR driver’s licence.
• Meet applicable licence-history requirements.
• Have a strong driving record.
• Be flexible and available for a range of shifts.
• Communicate confidently and professionally with customers.
• Be safety focused and able to follow procedures.
• Successfully complete required pre-employment checks and medical assessment.
• Meet applicable Australian working-rights requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate buses across allocated services.
• Provide professional and friendly customer service.
• Ensure the safety and comfort of passengers.
• Follow operational, safety and compliance requirements.
• Help keep communities across South-West Sydney connected.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-focused

Flexible shifts

Professional communication

Education

Australian driving licence (C/MR/HR)

Job description

Earn a $1,000 Bonus | Paid Training | Flexible Casual Work*

Locations: Bradbury | Macquarie Fields | Smeaton Grange

Looking for flexible casual work, great earning opportunities and a role that keeps you moving?

Transit Systems NSW is looking for enthusiastic people to join our team as Casual Bus Drivers across South-West Sydney.

No previous bus driving experience? No problem. If you have the right attitude and driving experience, we can provide the training and support to help you become a qualified Bus Driver.

$1,000 CASUAL DRIVER BONUS*
Join us as a new Casual Bus Driver and you may be eligible to receive a $1,000 bonus, subject to meeting the applicable eligibility requirements.

*Terms and conditions apply.

Why Join as a Casual Bus Driver?

• $1,000 bonus* for eligible new Casual Bus Drivers
• Novated Leasing Available – Access novated vehicle leasing as part of our employee benefits, helping you make the most of your salary package.* Eligibility and applicable terms and conditions apply.
• Paid training – learn while you earn
• Flexible casual work with opportunities for additional shifts
• Licence upgrade support from Car (C Class) to MR
• Nationally recognised Bus Driver training
• Structured onboarding and Buddy Driver support
• Work available across charter services, school runs and regular route services
• Opportunity to build experience and potentially explore permanent opportunities in the future
• Join a stable, growing public transport organisation

Why South-West Sydney?

Our Bradbury, Macquarie Fields and Smeaton Grange operations offer a great environment to build your bus driving experience, including:

• Strong community-based routes
• Growing demand for Bus Drivers
• Supportive depot and training teams
• Access to a growing South-West Sydney transport network
• Services supporting the new Western Sydney International Airport

What You'll Be Doing

As a Casual Bus Driver, you will:

• Safely operate buses across allocated services
• Provide professional and friendly customer service
• Ensure the safety and comfort of passengers
• Follow operational, safety and compliance requirements
• Help keep communities across South-West Sydney connected

What We're Looking For

You will need to:

• Hold a current Australian C Class, MR or HR driver's licence
• Meet the applicable licence-history requirements
• Have a strong driving record
• Be flexible and available for a range of shifts
• Communicate confidently and professionally with customers
• Be safety focused and able to follow procedures
• Successfully complete required pre-employment checks and medical assessment
• Meet applicable Australian working-rights requirements

We Support You Through the Process

Our Recruitment team will guide you through the required pre-employment and licensing process, including:

Police Check | Commercial Driver Medical | Driver Authority | Working with Children Check | Driver History | Licence Upgrade

Eligible onboarding and licence-related out-of-pocket expenses may also be reimbursed in accordance with the applicable reimbursement conditions.

About Transit Systems NSW

In partnership with the Government, Transit Systems NSW innovates, designs and delivers public transport solutions that attract customers because they are easy to use, reliable, convenient and safe. To ensure ease of use, we deliver integrated bus services and transport networks, intelligently easing road congestion and increasing a city’s sustainability and liveability.

Transit Systems NSW is part of Kelsian Group (Kelsian), Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, Singapore, USA, UK and the Channel Islands. Kelsian provides essential journeys for our customers by delivering safe and intelligent transport solutions designed to improve the sustainability and liveability of the communities we serve.

Kelsian has over 30 years’ experience delivering tourism and passenger transport services. The Group is a leader in sustainable public transport as the operator of Australia’s largest zero emission bus fleet and Australia’s largest electrified bus depot.

As at 31 Dec 2024, Kelsian directly employs over 12,600 people and operates over 5,800 buses, 115 vessels and 24 light rail vehicles that delivered more than 378 million customer journeys over the last year.

For more information about Transit Systems, please visit our website.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.