Coach Driver

Ritchies Transport; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading passenger transport company in Christchurch seeks confident Coach Drivers to join their team. Ideal candidates will possess a Class 4 license and strong communication skills, with the opportunity to earn up to $32 per hour for a minimum of 40 hours per week. The role requires weekend flexibility and a passion for showcasing the region to locals and visitors.

Benefits

Meal and overnight allowances

Uniform provided

Supportive team

Qualifications

• Great communicator capable of delivering commentary.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 20kgs.
• NZ Class 4 license (minimum).
• P endorsement required.
• Ability to operate manual transmission.

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicles for tours and transport services.
• Communicate effectively with passengers.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to lift up to 20kgs

NZ Class 4 license

P endorsement

Manual transmission

Job description

The Opportunity;

We’re on the hunt for confident Coach Drivers to join our team based in Christchurch! We’re expanding our team and looking for people to cover all driving roles at our depot (Coach, Intercity, Urban, Schools, etc.). We’re interested in having you on board if you have a Class 4 license (minimum) and great communication skills. You’d be an integral part of your community and the tourism industry too!

Pay for this role depends on the service you’re on—however, you could be earning up to $32p/h!

Team Ritchies;

Ritchies is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading passenger transport companies with a team of more than 2,000 people providing coach and charter services nationwide.
We partner with regional councils and schools to supply public transport services, as well as offering a range of bus and coach hire services to businesses and the general public. You would be joining us at an exciting time as we gear up to decarbonise our fleet and transition to a more sustainable public transport model.

About You;

You’re seeking a change, want to work for a company that values your skills and work ethic, and are ready to make the move!

You love living and working in Auckland and can showcase the region to locals and visitors alike. You are prepared to work weekends and be able to work away from home depending on tour durations. You take pride in your appearance and can communicate effectively with people from all walks of life.

Your Skills;

• Great communicator capable of delivering commentary

• Physically capable of lifting up to 20kgs

• NZ Class 4 license (minimum)

• P endorsement

• Ability to operate manual transmission

What you get;

• Minimum of 40 hours per week of work

• Meal and overnight allowances

• Uniform provided

• Supportive team

Just ask us;

We are an equal opportunities employer that prioritizes health and safety. Our pre-employment checks include drug testing, Ministry of Justice checks, and reference checks.

To be considered for this role, please apply through the link below.

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