Bus Driver

Busways Group; Willoughby (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Busways Group is seeking Full Time Permanent Bus Drivers for their Willoughby depot, offering a supportive work environment. You'll be part of a community service role, with a competitive salary, flexible shifts, and extensive training provided. Ideal candidates hold an MR licence and possess strong communication skills.

Benefits

Company issued OPAL card

Overtime opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Access to fitness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Stable employment in a secure industry

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Current and valid Medium Rigid or above driver’s licence required.
• Good driving history is essential.
• Strong communication and customer service skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Drive buses and provide excellent customer service.
• Work various shifts including weekends and nights.
• Maintain a safe driving record while navigating routes.

Skills

Customer Service

Strong Communication

Education

Medium Rigid Licence or above

Job description

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Do you hold a medium rigid (MR) licence or above? We offer a 4 week paid driver training program that will build on your current heavy vehicle skills and knowledge to navigate the roads as a professional Bus Driver.

About the role

We currently have multiple positions available for Full Time Permanent Bus Drivers at our Willoughby depot. We are looking for passionate people who enjoy driving and want to service their community, whilst delivering the best experience possible to our customers.

A little bit about our rates!

• Permanent: $32.37 per hour Weekday (shift loadings – range dependant on times of operation throughout the shift)
• $48.55 (Sat) $64.74 (Sun) $80.92 (PH)
• $18.78 attendance allowance paid daily

What we offer

• Company issued OPAL card
• Overtime opportunities
• Career progression opportunities
• Access to Busways Fitness Passport Program, allowing you and your family to access multiple pools and fitness facilities around Sydney and regional NSW all under one membership fee
• Access to salary packaging options such as novated leasing
• An Employee Assistance Program, giving you and your family access to confidential counselling from an independent organisation
• Supportive work environment with stable employment in a secure industry
• Flexible shift work to promote a healthy work/life balance
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, both informal and via structured courses

About us

At Busways, our core focus is on quality customer service, stakeholder engagement and employee development.

For over 80 years, we’ve delivered a professional, reliable standard of service. We currently operate bus service contracts for Transport for NSW in Western Sydney, North Shore and West, Central Coast and North Coast and the South Australian Public Transport Authority in Adelaide’s Outer South.

With a team of more than 2,800 people, committed to transporting over 47 million passenger journeys each year, we pride ourselves on taking a proactive approach to public transport delivery to ensure that the customer journey is seamless as possible.

Hours of work

Our drivers must be willing and flexible to work various shifts, that may include weekends, early morning and late-night shifts.

A large portion of shifts available for full-time drivers are worked as split shifts. Split shifts work by providing two portions of work to cover peak service times morning and afternoon. The hours for each shift can vary but will generally require you to work between the following times:

• Morning: 6:00am to 10:00am
• Afternoon: 2:00pm to 6:00pm

Outside of these hours you can leave the depot to head home or run errands, or you can choose to stay at the depot and take advantage of our driver facilities.

There are also some straight shifts that may be available with shifts starting at varied times of the day, from morning, afternoon or evenings.

All depots operate seven days per week with Sunday and public holiday shifts being voluntary overtime

Eligibility to apply

• A current and valid Medium Rigid or above driver’s licence
• A good driving history
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Willing toundergoa pre-employment medical check,criminal history checkand working with children check.
• Have a currentNSW Driver Authority is highly desired(or be willing to obtain one)

Suitable applicants who have the required licence and Authority, Busways may offer you:

• Paid induction and mentor training.
• Attend a Driver Authority Course with Busways and help with the application process.

Apply now!

Individual applications will be processed as soon as they are received so if this position is for you, apply via the link today!

Busways is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from diverse social, cultural, and gender backgrounds.

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Busways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and the most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering quality transport services since 1942. As the first choice for real-world public transport solutions that keep communities moving, Busways operates public bus services on behalf of state governments in Australia.

Our 2,800-strong team manages 20 depots and 1,350 buses, operating 72 million trip kilometres and 53 million bus journeys annually. Focused on delivering a seamless passenger network today and driving an integrated transition for a zero-emission future, we are committed to dependable, intelligent services that continuously improve and evolve to meet community needs.

Busways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and the most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering quality transport services since 1942. As the first choice for real-world public transport solutions that keep communities moving, Busways operates public bus services on behalf of state governments in Australia.

Our 2,800-strong team manages 20 depots and 1,350 buses, operating 72 million trip kilometres and 53 million bus journeys annually. Focused on delivering a seamless passenger network today and driving an integrated transition for a zero-emission future, we are committed to dependable, intelligent services that continuously improve and evolve to meet community needs.

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