SESTA Driver

Ritchies Transport Holdings Ltd.; Auckland; On-site; NZD 30,307 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed 4 paid hours per day

Uniform provided

Ongoing training & career development

Supportive, friendly team culture

Role that changes lives

Job summary

Ritchies Transport is seeking SESTA Drivers to join our team in Westgate. This is more than just a driving role – you’ll help tamariki arrive at school safely, calmly, and with a friendly face they know and trust, with guaranteed 4 paid hours per day Monday to Friday during school terms.

You’ll be part of a purpose‑led team committed to safety, reliability and building trust with families. If you’re calm, patient and enjoy connecting with people, this role can be life changing for you and the

Qualifications

• Hold a current NZ Class 1 driving licence.
• P Endorsement required.
• Demonstrate warm, patient, caring nature around tamariki.
• Excellent communication with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Transport children safely to and from school on scheduled routes.
• Build trust with tamariki and whānau on every journey.
• Maintain a calm, safe travel environment and follow safety policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience and caring

Working with children

Safety focus

Education

Full Class 1 License

P Endorsement

Job description

Drive With Heart – Make a Difference Every Day

We’re searching for Specialised School Transport Assistance (SESTA) Drivers to join our team in Westgate.

This is more than just a driving role – it’s meaningful, purpose‑led work helping tamariki arrive at school safely, calmly, and with a friendly face they know and trust.

You’ll work a guaranteed 4 paid hours per day, Monday to Friday, during school terms. School holidays are yours to enjoy (except when training or development is scheduled).

Our SESTA Drivers play a vital role in supporting whānau who rely on safe, reliable transport for their children. For many families, you’ll be an important part of their daily routine and a trusted presence in their child’s day.

The Tamariki we support are at the heart of everything we do. As a SESTA Driver, you’ll be transporting children with a range of abilities, needs, and personalities, so it’s important that you can approach every child with patience, understanding, and respect. We’re looking for people who can build positive relationships, adapt to different situations, and help create a safe, calm, and supportive journey for every passenger.

If you’re calm, patient, and enjoy connecting with people, this role could be life changing for you and for the children and whānau you support every day.

About Ritchies

Ritchies Transport is one of New Zealand’s largest privately owned transport operators, providing bus and coach services across the country. Founded in 1935, the company has grown from a small family‑run business into a major player in public transport, school bus services, and charter travel.

Ritchies operates urban bus networks in several regions, including Auckland, Queenstown, and Dunedin, as well as offering long‑distance coach services and tourism transport. Known for its focus on safety, reliability, and customer service, the company plays a key role in connecting communities and supporting both daily commuters and the tourism industry.

What you offer

• Have a warm patient, and caring nature
• Enjoy helping others and giving back to your community
• Prefer predictable hours that fit around life
• Can build trust with children and families
• Stay calm under pressure
• Are committed to safety, reliability and professionalism
• Bonus - if you have already had experience with additional needs children
• Hold a full Class 1 License
• Hold a P Endorsement
• Have excellent communication skills

Whether you’re semi‑retired, looking for stable part‑time work, wanting to make a difference, or seeking a role with purpose, you’ll thrive here.

What we offer

• Guaranteed 4 paid hours per day (school days)
• Uniform provided - white shirts, jacket, vest, tie, cap and epaulettes
• Ongoing training & career development
• Supportive, friendly team culture
• A role that genuinely changes lives
• Work that fits around whānau, retirement, or other commitments

Next Steps

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to Health and Safety. Our pre‑employment checks include Police Vetting, under the Children’s Act 2014, drug testing, reference checks, and a medical examination.

If you’re ready to Drive With Heart, apply now through the link below. Join us in making a daily difference for Tamariki and their whānau.

Candidates for this position must be in New Zealand and have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.