School Bus Driver

Ritchies Transport; Oamaru; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading passenger transport company in Oamaru is looking for a School Bus Driver. This part-time position offers school bus hours, with the chance to pick up extra work and requires a Full Class 2 NZ License. Ideal candidates enjoy driving, are reliable, and have a passion for working with the community. Competitive pay and uniform provided, with a focus on health and safety.

Benefits

Uniform

Fortnightly pay

Career progression opportunities

Friendly, team environment

Qualifications

• NZ Class 2 License is a must.
• Ability to communicate effectively and safely transport children.
• Patience and a good attitude towards community service.

Responsibilities

• Transport children to and from school during school hours.
• Pick up extra charter work when required.
• Maintain a professional appearance and communication.

Skills

Full Class 2 NZ License

Reliable

Good communicator

P endorsement

Job description

Overview

We’re searching for a School Bus Driver to join our team in Oamaru. You will be working school bus hours, before and after school. 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 permanent, part-time role.

About the Company

Pearsons is part of TeamRitchies. 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 across the country. 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 move to a more sustainable public transport model.

About You

You’re looking for a change, you want to work for a company that values your skills and work ethic and you’re ready to make the move. You enjoy driving and being out in your community. You’re a safe operator who takes pride in their appearance and communicates well. You understand that you will be transporting children to and from school, and have the patience to deal with these members of our community.

Your Skills

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

What you get

• Uniform
• Fortnightly pay
• Career progression opportunities
• Friendly, team environment

Process from here

We are an equal opportunities employer that focuses heavily on Health and Safety. Our pre-employment checks include drug testing, Ministry of Justice checks and reference checking. A VCA will have to be successfully passed before the role is offered. As regulations require, you will also need to pass a medical. To be considered for this role, please apply online through the link below. Candidates for this position must have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.