Casual Charter Drivers - Rotorua

Ritchies Group; Rotorua; Hybrid; NZD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowances

Overnight allowances

Uniform provided

Supportive team

Job summary

Ritchies Group in Rotorua is seeking confident Charter Drivers to join our casual team as we head into a busy charter and tour season. You will transport visitors and groups, delivering memorable journeys across iconic New Zealand destinations while representing a leading transport company.

This role suits flexible, customer-focused drivers who enjoy travel, weekend work, and engaging with people from all walks of life. A Class 4 licence (minimum) and a good safety record are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold NZ Class 4 licence (minimum) and current P Endorsement.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Able to lift up to 20 kg and work weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide charter and tour transportation for visitors and groups.
• Engage with passengers and provide commentary to enhance the journey.
• Ensure safety, reliability and high-quality customer experience.

Skills

Great communicator

Passenger engagement

Able to lift 20kg

NZ Class 4 Licence

P Endorsement

Safety-focused

Job description

The Opportunity

We are looking for confident Charter Drivers to join our Rotorua team on a casual basis. With a busy charter and tour season ahead, we're expanding our crew and need professional drivers who enjoy variety and delivering great customer experiences.

This is more than just a driving role. You'll be transporting visitors, schools, community groups and corporate clients, helping people experience some of New Zealand's most iconic destinations. Every day is different, with opportunities to travel, meet new people, and represent one of New Zealand's leading transport companies.

If you hold a Class 4 licence (minimum), have excellent communication skills and enjoy working with people, we'd love to hear from you.

Team Ritchies

Ritchies is one of Aotearoa New Zealand's leading passenger transport companies, employing more than 3,000 people nationwide. We provide urban, school, charter and coach services across the country and are proud to connect communities every day.

Joining Team Ritchies means becoming part of a business that values safety, customer service and continuous improvement, while investing in a more sustainable transport future.

About You

You're looking for flexible work with a company that values your skills, professionalism and work ethic. You enjoy being on the road, take pride in your appearance and can confidently interact with people from all walks of life.

You'll be comfortable working weekends when required and may be available for overnight tours or multi-day charter work. Most importantly, you're committed to providing a safe, reliable and enjoyable journey for every passenger.

Your Skills

• Great communicator with excellent customer service skills
• Confident providing commentary and engaging with passengers
• Physically capable of lifting up to 20kg
• NZ Class 4 Licence (minimum)
• Current P Endorsement
• Professional, reliable and safety-focused

What You Get

• Flexible casual work
• Meal and overnight allowances
• Uniform provided
• Supportive and experienced team
• Variety of charter and tour work
• The opportunity to showcase New Zealand to visitors and locals alike

Just Ask Us

We are an equal opportunities employer that places a strong focus on Health and Safety. As part of our recruitment process, pre-employment checks include drug testing, Ministry of Justice checks and reference checking.

Candidates must have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.