Open-Road Coach Captain - Independent Long-Haul Driving

Greyhound Australia; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

Greyhound Australia is seeking a casual Coach Captain based in Brisbane to safely operate coaches on local and regional routes. The role emphasizes open roads, long-haul responsibility, and delivering a calm, confident passenger experience from departure to arrival.

You will handle luggage, complete required administration, and manage fatigue in line with Basic Fatigue Management. A strong safety mindset and independent working style are essential.

Qualifications

• Current HR driver's licence and Driver’s Authority/Endorsement.
• Proven coach/long-haul driving experience.
• Commitment to safety and fatigue management.
• Ability to work independently on long-haul routes.
• Excellent passenger service and calm under pressure.
• Willingness to rostered/remote services.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating coaches across local and regional scheduled services.
• Handling luggage and freight safely as part of scheduled services.
• Perform pre-start checks, log books, fault sheets, journey records and ticketing.
• Manage fatigue in line with Basic Fatigue Management requirements.
• Create a calm, confident, and positive customer experience from departure to arrival.

Skills

HR Licence

Fatigue management

Customer service

Independent work

Safety mindset

Calm under pressure

Reliability

Education

Driver's Authority/Endorsement

Tools

Mechanical knowledge

Job description

Greyhound Australia is seeking a casual Coach Captain based in Brisbane to safely operate coaches on local and regional routes. The role emphasizes open roads, long-haul responsibility, and delivering a calm, confident passenger experience from departure to arrival.

You will handle luggage, complete required administration, and manage fatigue in line with Basic Fatigue Management. A strong safety mindset and independent working style are essential.