Bus Drivers Wanted - Outer South
Hold a heavy rigid (HR) 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 Lonsdale and Seaford depots. 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: $30.62 per hour Weekday (shift loadings - range dependant on times of operation throughout the shift)
- Permanent: $45.94 (Sat) $61.25 (Sun) $76.56 (PH)
- $3000 SIGN ON BONUS INCENTIVE!*** T&C’s apply
- A free licence upgrade for eligible applicants
- A comprehensive paid training program
- Overtime opportunities
- Career progression opportunities
- Access to Busways Fitness Passport Program, allowing you and your family to access multiple pools and fitness facilities 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
Busways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and the most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering high-performing transport services since 1942. As the first choice for real world solutions, we provide public bus services on behalf of state governments. Our team of 2,800 operates 1,350 buses and 47 million journeys annually.
Hours of work
Our drivers must be willing and flexible to work various shifts, that may include weekends, early morning and late-night shifts.
The majority 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/evening. Please note the below periods are a general time frame in which a split shift portion may operate, durations of shifts vary. All shifts comply with National Heavy Vehicle Regulations and the applicable Enterprise Agreement.
- Morning: 5:00am - 11:30am
- Afternoon/evening: 2:00pm - 8:00pm
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 most weekend work available as overtime.
Eligibility to apply
- A current and valid driver’s licence (Medium Rigid or Heavy Rigid Licence highly desired but not essential).
- A good driving history .
- Strong communication and customer service skills .
- Willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check, criminal history check and working with children check.
- Have a current Large Passenger (LP) accreditation is highly desired (or be willing to obtain one).
- Free licence upgrade for eligible applicants
- Paid induction and mentor training
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.
- Bonus T&C's Letter - Outer South Depot
Company profile
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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