Bus driver

2coms; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,537,000 - 2,139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dormitory provided (¥20,000–¥68,000/月)

Transportation expenses covered

Annual salary increments

Bonuses

Job summary

2coms in Japan is hiring Bus Drivers for a leading bus company in Tokyo. Selected candidates will join as Bus Driver Trainees and receive company-sponsored training to obtain the Japanese Large Vehicle Class 2 Driving Licence.

Candidates will have the opportunity to build a long-term career in Japan's passenger transportation industry and progress to operating route, express, and chartered buses based on performance.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and willingness to learn Japanese driving procedures.
• JLPT N3 certification is mandatory before entering Japan.
• Must be willing to undergo required training and licence conversion in Japan.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate large buses on assigned routes.
• Follow schedules and safety standards.
• Conduct basic vehicle inspections and report faults.

Skills

Good communication

Willingness to learn

Safety awareness

Education

JLPT N3 certification

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Bus Driver

Job Location: Japan

Interview Type: Walk-in Interview

Walk-in Interview Date: 25th August

Job Summary

We are hiring Bus Drivers for a leading bus company in Tokyo, Japan . Selected candidates will initially join as Bus Driver Trainees and receive company-sponsored training to obtain the Japanese Large Vehicle Class 2 Driving Licence .

Candidates will have the opportunity to build a long-term career in Japan's passenger transportation industry and progress to operating route, express, and chartered buses based on experience and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate large buses on assigned routes.
  
• Initially operate route buses, with opportunities to operate express and chartered buses based on experience and performance.
  
• Follow assigned routes, schedules, traffic regulations, and company safety standards.
  
• Ensure passenger safety and provide a comfortable travel experience.
  
• Conduct basic vehicle inspections and report vehicle faults or abnormalities.
  
• Assist with basic bus cleaning and maintenance activities when required.
  
• Complete mandatory theoretical and practical driving training.
  
• Learn Japanese driving procedures, traffic rules, and bus operating standards.
  
• Work according to assigned shifts, including early morning and late shifts.
  
• Maintain professional communication with passengers, colleagues, and supervisors.
  
• Follow all company policies and workplace safety procedures.
  

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of valid passenger car driving licence at the time of interview.
• 3+ years of driving licence history preferred.
• Candidates with less than 3 years of driving licence history can also apply; additional training will be provided.
• JLPT N3 is mandatory before entering Japan.
• Only JLPT certification will be accepted.
• Must successfully pass the SSW Driver Test .
• Must be willing to obtain the Japanese Large Vehicle Class 2 Driving Licence .
• Must be willing to undergo required driving training and licence conversion procedures in Japan.
• Must successfully pass the mandatory medical examination as per employer requirements.
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn Japanese driving procedures.
• Willingness to work rotational shifts, including early morning and late shifts.
• Must be physically and mentally fit to perform bus driving duties.
• Previous professional Bus Driver / Heavy Vehicle Driver experience will be an advantage.

Walk In Interview Date: 25th August

• Company-sponsored Japanese Large Vehicle Class 2 Driving Licence acquisition.
• Additional training support for eligible candidates.
• Foreign driving license conversion fee covered by employer.
• Company dormitory available at approximately Yen 20,000–Yen 68,000/month , subject to availability.
• Transportation expenses fully covered on designated routes.
• Overtime, holiday, and night-shift allowances.
• Employee cafeteria.
• Defined contribution pension plan after completion of training period.
• 3 bonuses per year after transition to SSW , subject to company and individual performance.
• Annual salary increment after transition to SSW based on performance.
• Annual paid leave after 6 months of full-time employment.
• Long-term career opportunity as a professional Bus Driver in Japan .
• Company-sponsored Japanese Large Vehicle Class 2 Driving Licence acquisition – approximately ¥409,520.
  
• Additional training costs for candidates with less than 3 years of driving licence history – approximately ¥240,000.
  
• Foreign driving licence conversion fee covered by the employer.
  
• Required theoretical and practical driving training provided.