Casual School Bus Driver — Flexible Hours & Community

Ritchies Group; Methven; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform

Career growth

Friendly team

Job summary

Ritchies Group in Methven is seeking School Bus Drivers to join our team on a casual basis, working the school bus hours before and after school.

You will enjoy flexible hours that fit around school schedules, opportunities to do charter work, and holidays off except for required training.

We value our people and offer a supportive team environment with uniforms and career progression.

Qualifications

• Full Class 2 NZ License (minimum).
• Reliable.
• Good communicator.
• P endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Transport children to and from school.
• Maintain safety and professional appearance while on duty.
• Communicate effectively with schools and families as needed.

Skills

Full Class 2 NZ License

Reliable

Good communicator

P endorsement

Job description

The Opportunity
We are looking for reliable and community minded School Bus Drivers to join our team in Methven on a casual basis.

This is a rewarding part-time role where you’ll play an important part in safely transporting students to and from school each day. With morning and afternoon runs, this position offers excellent work-life balance and suits those looking for consistent, local work.

No two days are the same but every day you’ll be making a positive difference in your community.

There is also the opportunity to pick up extra work doing charters when required. You will get school holidays off, except when we need you for ongoing training or development.

This is a great opportunity for those wanting a secondary income, or perhaps you're retired and want something that keeps you active in the community.

Team Ritchies

Ritchies is one of Aotearoa’s leading transport companies, with deep roots in the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on being more than just a bus company — we’re a team that genuinely cares about our passengers and each other.

When you join Team Ritchies, you’ll be supported by experienced leaders and a friendly, down-to-earth crew who are committed to keeping our communities moving safely.

About You
You’re someone who takes pride in your work and enjoys being around people. You’re calm under pressure, dependable, and understand the importance of safety when it comes to transporting young passengers.

Your Skills

• Full Class 2 NZ License (minimum) and a Passenger endorsement
• A strong focus on safety and responsibility
• Friendly and approachable, especially with Tamariki

• Reliable with good time management
• Able to work independently

What you get

• Uniform
• Flexible casual hours
• Career progression opportunities
• Friendly, team environment

Process from here
We are an equal opportunities employer, that focuses heavily on Health and Safety. As such, our pre-employment checks include drug testing, Ministry of Justice checks and reference checking. Due to the nature of this role, a VCA will have to be successfully passed before role is offered. As regulations require, you will also need to pass a medical.

Looking for a role that fits around your lifestyle while giving back to your community?
Help transport local students safely to and from school and enjoy a role with purpose every day. Apply now and join our Methven team!