SESTA Driver - Wellsford x 2

Ritchies Transport Holdings Ltd.; Auckland; On-site; NZD 34,440 - 44,083; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

4 paid hours/day

Uniform provided

Career development

Supportive team

Life changing work

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Ritchies Transport Holdings Ltd. is seeking SESTA Drivers to join our team in Wellsford. This role goes beyond driving, helping tamariki with special needs reach school safely, calmly, and with a friendly face they trust.

You’ll work school bus hours, enjoy school holidays off, and contribute to a meaningful community service. We value a warm, patient, and reliable person who can connect with children and families, stay calm under pressure, and uphold safety and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Full Class 1 License and P Endorsement.
• Excellent communication skills and reliability required.
• Strong community-minded attitude and ability to connect with families.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable school transport for Tamariki.
• Build trust with children and families.
• Adhere to health and safety standards and company policies.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Reliability

Patience

Community minded attitude

Job description

The Opportunity

We are looking for Specialised School Transport Assistance (SESTA) Drivers to join our team in Wellsford.

This is not just a driving role, it is meaningful, purpose‑led work ensuring Tamariki with special needs arrive at school safely, calmly, and with a friendly face they trust.

You’ll be working school bus hours, before and after school and enjoy school holidays off, except when required for ongoing training or development.

Our SESTA Drivers play a huge part in supporting whānau who rely on safe, reliable transport for their children. For many families, you may be the most important part of their morning.

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

About Ritchies

Ritchies is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading passenger transport companies, with over 2,000 team members across the country. We partner with schools, councils, and communities to deliver safe, reliable transport every day.

You’ll be joining us at an exciting time as we move towards a more accessible, sustainable, community‑focused future.

About You

This role is a great fit if you:

• 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

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.

Skills & Requirements

• Full Class 1 License
• P Endorsement
• Excellent communication skills
• Reliability, patience, and a community minded attitude.

Ability to pass:

• NZ Police Vetting under the Children’s Act
• DL9 Medical
• Drug and alcohol screening

What You Get

• 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.