Charter Driver - Newcastle

ComfortDelGro Corporation Australia Pty; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Newcastle Charter Bus Driver, where your role goes beyond driving to making a positive impact in the community. This permanent part-time position offers 21-30 hours per week, allowing you to deliver school charters while providing premium service to customers. With a focus on safety and comfort, you will be part of a dedicated team ensuring a reliable transport service. Enjoy career advancement opportunities and be part of a diverse workforce that values authenticity and community service. If you're passionate about driving and serving others, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Market leading rates of pay

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold a Heavy Vehicle Licence and NSW Bus Drivers Authority.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prompt and reliable transport services to the community.
• Conduct pre-departure checks and report any mechanical defects.

Skills

Heavy Vehicle Licence (MR Licence or above)

NSW Bus Drivers Authority

Working with Children Check

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Work, Health, and Safety Practices

Local Knowledge of the Central Coast

Flexibility for Split Shifts

Job description

Why CDC NSW:

CDC NSW is the largest private bus operator in NSW. Our reputation is built on a proven record of delivering safe, reliable and timely connections that help people get where they need to be.

Our people are our greatest asset, we take pride in serving our community and our culture supports individual needs. We are a down to earth business that prioritises authenticity over corporate formalities.

It's more than driving, it’s about serving others, one interaction at a time and making a big impact on the places we call home.

The Role:

CDC Charter is seeking a Newcastle Charter Bus Driver to join our Charter operations. Operating out of either Thornton or Edgeworth depot, you will deliver a school charter while having the opportunity to do charter work in between the school run. This is a Permanent Part Time position from 21 - 30 hours per week.

As a charter driver, you will be part of a dedicated team in delivering premium charter services to our customers, ensuring a high level of service and a safe and comfortable journey.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Delivering a prompt and reliable transport service to the local community.
2. Carry out pre-departure checks and report mechanical defects.
3. Drive effectively and efficiently while ensuring passengers' safety and comfort.
4. Identify, address, and report unsafe or unhealthy conditions, practices, or behaviour in the workplace.
5. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of road laws and company policies.
6. Accurately complete recording procedures such as daily journals, time records, customer loading data, fuel, and charter records.

Skills, Attributes and Experience which are essential to succeed in this role:

1. Have a Heavy Vehicle Licence (MR Licence or above).
2. Have a NSW Bus Drivers Authority.
3. Have a Working with Children Check.
4. Provide your current SERVICE NSW driving history.
5. Knowledge and understanding of Work, Health, and Safety Practices.
6. Good local knowledge of the Central Coast.
7. Always act SAFELY.
8. Have excellent CUSTOMER SERVICE skills.
9. Have excellent COMMUNICATION skills.
10. A positive, proactive approach and be well presented at all times.
11. Provide an Australian passport/current Australian working status.
12. Flexibility for split shifts.

Offered to you:

1. Permanent Part Time (PPT) secure position 21-30 hours per week.
2. Market leading rates of pay.
3. Career advancement opportunities, all employees at CDC are supported to Drive their career with support to help you achieve your career goals beyond driving a bus.

About us:

ComfortDelGro Corporation Australia (CDC) is the largest private bus operator in NSW. Our people are our most valued asset, they are the heart of our success. Operating in seven countries with over 24,300 employees and serving more than 2 million commuters daily. We are part of an international company with an impressive global footprint and a reputation for providing a safe and reliable public transport network that meets customer and community needs.

CDC NSW is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and we encourage applications from all diversity groups and ages such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with disabilities, religious beliefs, and ethnicity. Experience in the Australian Defence Force will be highly regarded.