Compassionate Aged-Care Bus Driver | Flexible Shifts

Opal Healthcare; Geehi; On-site; AUD 3,857,000 - 5,235,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Penalty rates

12% superannuation

Paid parental leave

Career development opportunities

Leave loading

Public holidays – extra pay or time in

$5,000 referral bonuses

Job summary

Opal HealthCare is seeking a caring Bus Driver for Bella Vista Gardens Care Community in NSW. You will transport residents to appointments, outings and activities, assist with boarding and wheelchairs, and support wellbeing programs while representing Opal's values with a friendly, professional manner.

This part-time role emphasizes safe driving, resident engagement, and collaboration with residents, families and volunteers to enhance quality of life.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Current passenger bus licence (or equivalent) required in your state.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Previous bus or passenger transport driving experience preferred.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe driving record and zero BAC while on duty.
• Willingness to complete: Pre-employment medical, Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport residents to appointments, community outings and lifestyle activities.
• Assist residents on and off the bus, including safe handling and securing of wheelchairs.
• Support lifestyle programs and outdoor activities that promote resident wellbeing and engagement.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, volunteers and the wider community.
• Conduct vehicle safety inspections and pre-start checks, reporting maintenance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with road rules, passenger safety requirements and infection control practices.
• Provide a friendly, professional and engaging experience that reflects Opal's values.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Teamwork

Organisation

Education

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Tools

Bus license

Job description

Opal HealthCare is seeking a caring Bus Driver for Bella Vista Gardens Care Community in NSW. You will transport residents to appointments, outings and activities, assist with boarding and wheelchairs, and support wellbeing programs while representing Opal's values with a friendly, professional manner.

This part-time role emphasizes safe driving, resident engagement, and collaboration with residents, families and volunteers to enhance quality of life.