School Bus Driver - (20 hours)

Kinetic; Middlesex; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Casual positions available

Leading bus operator in Australasia

Balance work and family commitments

Employee assistance and wellbeing

Job summary

Kinetic is actively recruiting MR/HR drivers to join our Devonport fleet in Tasmania. This role focuses on school bus operations with opportunities to cover intercity and charter services, offering a stable, part-time or casual pathway in a supportive environment.

Ideal candidates will have a Medium Rigid licence, Tasmanian Public Passenger Vehicle licence, and Working with Vulnerable People clearance, with Australian work rights to apply.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills and enjoy working with the public.
• Current TAS Medium Rigid (MR) driving licence (or above).
• Tasmanian Public Passenger Vehicle licence.
• Working with Vulnerable People authority.
• Be able to pass a pre-employment functional and drug & alcohol clearance.
• Australian Work Rights

Responsibilities

• Drive school buses and related services from Devonport depot.
• Provide safe, reliable passenger transport and engage with the public professionally.
• Cover leave for intercity services and charter work as needed.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Public interaction

Tools

MR/HR driving licence

Tasmanian Public Passenger Vehicle licence

Working with Vulnerable People clearance

Job description

School bus driving opportunities are available in Sheffield. This role is ideal for semi-retired drivers or those who want to stay active, earn steady income, and enjoy a predictable routine without full-time commitment.

Are you an experienced heavy vehicle driver with exceptional people skills? Kinetic, Australia's leading mass transit bus operator, is seeking a professional MR or HR driver to join our team in our Devonport depot. You will be trained in all areas of the business, including general access & school bus services, Intercity services and charter work to cover leave where required. We offer a rewarding career and a supportive work environment where you can thrive.

About Us

Kinetic is Australia and New Zealand’s largest and most diverse bus operator, moving more than 75 million passengers per year across some of the most recognisable names in bus transport. We deliver these services through our 7500 people and fleet of over 4500 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 Boxes You'll Tick

• Excellent customer service skills and enjoy working with the public
• A current TAS Medium Rigid (MR) driving licence (or above)
• A Tasmanian Public Passenger Vehicle licence
• Working with Vulnerable People authority
• Be able to pass a pre-employment functional and drug & alcohol clearance
• Australian Work Rights

The Benefits Of Working With Us

• Flexible and supportive work environment
• Multiple Casual positions available
• Employment with Australasia’s leading mass transit bus operator focusing on a positive culture and company values.
• We create an environment that enables employees to maintain a balance between their work and family responsibilities.
• We care about your health and wellbeing and offer a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program Including wellbeing, financial and nutritional coaching, counselling and legal advice

How You Apply

Kinetic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all applicants to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.

For More Information

• On how to obtain a Tasmanian Public Passenger Vehicle licence please visit www.transport.tas.gov.au
• On how to obtain a Working with Vulnerable People authority www.cbos.tas.gov.au