Coach Captain/Bus Driver

Kinetic; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights from Adelaide

Accommodation provided

Meals provided

Uniforms provided

Paid training

Job summary

Kinetic Specialised Resources is seeking a casual FIFO Coach Driver to support our Olympic Dam operations. Earn a competitive casual rate of AUD 52.45 per hour, with flights from Adelaide, accommodation, meals and uniforms provided.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced drivers seeking flexible work in a rewarding FIFO environment, with on‑the‑job training and support from a leading operator.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and passenger experience focus.
• A current MR (or higher) driving licence.
• Current SA Driver Accreditation.
• Ability to gain Advanced Fatigue Management (AFM) accreditation.
• Willingness to pass pre-employment physical, medical history and other checks.
• Minimum 1 year bus/coach or heavy vehicle driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Prioritising safety of passengers and colleagues.
• Delivering exceptional customer service and positive passenger experience.
• Conducting pre-start and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Performing basic vehicle maintenance and reporting defects.
• Supporting day-to-day operational requirements and other duties as needed.

Skills

Excellent customer service

MR driving licence

SA Driver Accreditation

AFM accreditation

Pre-employment checks

Bus/coach driving experience

Australian Work Rights

Job description

About us

Kinetic Specialised Resources has a strong reputation built within the mining and resources sector as well as with government, sporting clubs and education industries. Kinetic is Australia and New Zealand's largest and most diverse bus operator, moving more than 100 million passengers per year across some of the most recognisable names in bus transport. We deliver these services through our 7300 people and fleet of over 4900 buses.

As a business who genuinely cares about our customers, our people and our environment; we are industry leaders in delivering zero-emission technology, investing in our communities, training and developing our people, and providing an inclusive workplace which reflects the communities we serve.

The opportunity

Join Kinetic Specialised Resources in a casual FIFO Coach Driver role supporting our Olympic Dam operations. Earn a competitive casual rate of $52.45 per hour, with flights from Adelaide, accommodation, meals, and uniforms provided. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced drivers seeking flexible work, including retired or semi-retired drivers looking to stay active and supplement their income in a rewarding FIFO environment.

You will be involved in

• Prioritising the safety of passengers, colleagues, and the wider community.
• Delivering exceptional customer service and a positive passenger experience.
• Conducting pre-start and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Performing basic vehicle maintenance and reporting defects as required.
• Supporting day-to-day operational requirements and other duties as needed.

Why Kinetic?

• We are Australia's and New Zealand's leading mass transit bus operator with opportunities to grow and spread your wings
• We offer full on-the-job training - and paid
• We care for our people and provide our Employee Assistance Program including wellbeing, financial and nutritional coaching, counselling, and legal advice
• We offer secure employment with genuine career progression opportunities
• We care for our people and provide industry best diversity leave provisions

The boxes you’ll tick

• Excellent customer service skills
• A currentMedium Rigid (MR) driving licence or above
• Current SA Driver Accreditation
• Ability to gain Advanced Fatigue Management (AFM) accreditation
• Be able to pass a pre-employment physical examination, medical history check, and any other required medical components
• Minimum 1 year's bus/coach or heavy vehicle driving experience
• Ability and willingness to provide support in or outside of your daily duties
• Australian Work Rights

Kineticis proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.